Notable Birthdays on November 18
Asa Gray (1810)
American botanist Asa Gray, born on this day, is recognized as the foremost botanist of the 19th century. His significant contributions helped to unify the taxonomy of plants across the United States.
Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (1888)
Indian yoga teacher Tirumalai Krishnamacharya was born on November 18, 1888. He is celebrated as the ‘Father of Modern Yoga’ and is credited with the revival of hatha yoga practices.
George David Wald (1906)
American scientist George David Wald was born on this date. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1967 for his groundbreaking research on the pigments of the retina.