Josiah Wedgwood II
(1769-1843)—"Uncle Jos"— brother of Darwin's mother and master
potter. He was also the father of Emma, Darwin's wife and thus
first cousin. Uncle Jos convinced Darwin's father, Robert, who
initially strongly objected to his son's participating in the
Beagle voyage, that “the pursuit of natural history, although
certainly not professional,very suitable for a clergyman.” Emma
inherited a substantial sum from her father, which combined with
Darwin's family money, allowed him to pursue his scientific
interest without having to worry about
finances.
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