Description: (Pioneering British Geologist Who Created the World's First Detailed Country Map)
William 'Strata' Smith, an English geologist, produced the inaugural detailed geological map of a nation. Initially disregarded due to his modest origins, he encountered financial difficulties and imprisonment for debt. As time went on, Smith received acclaim for his innovative achievements and became known as the "Father of English Geology." His work transformed the realm of geology, cementing his status as a trailblazer in geological mapping.