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James H. Salisbury

1823-01-12 – 1905-09-23

Portrait of James H. Salisbury
James Henry Salisbury, physicianCredit: Samuel Sartain

Life & Legacy

James Henry Salisbury (October 13, 1823 – August 23, 1905) was an American physician and the inventor of the Salisbury steak. He was an early proponent of the germ theory of disease.

Occupation & Career

military physician, inventor, botanist

Education

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Albany Medical College

Legacy Highlights

Organizations & Memberships

American Antiquarian Society

Education & Institutions

Albany Medical College · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q333212 — wikidata View source

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