Henry Fairfield Osborn Henry Fairfield Osborn (1857-1935) was an American paleontologist, geologist, and eugenicist known for his contributions to the field of vertebrate paleontology. He served as the president of the American Museum of Natural History and was a prominentfigure in the scientific community. Osborn's research focused on the evolution of early mammals and the paleontological history of North America. His work in paleoanthropology and human evolution has had a lasting impact on the understanding of prehistoric life and the origins of humanity. Read More Read Less