Samuel Brown, M.D. (1769-1830)/Dr. Samuel Brown
N 38° 02.965 W 084° 29.750
16S E 719728 N 4214258
This building was office of Dr. Samuel Brown, first professor of chemistry, anatomy and surgery at Transylvania Medical School.
Waymark Code: WM214Q
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 08/18/2007
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This building was office of Dr. Samuel Brown, first professor of chemistry, anatomy and surgery at Transylvania Medical School. He was a pioneer in cowpox vaccination against smallpox and introduced it in Lexington, 1801. His scientific knowledge led him to apply steam distillation to the manufacture of whiskey. Presented by Samuel Brown Journal Club.
(Reverse) Dr. Samuel Brown - Dr. Brown's analyses led to the use of Kentucky cave nitre in manufacture of gunpowder. This added to Kentucky's role in winning War of 1812. Jefferson appointed him to advise Lewis and Clark Expedition on Indian lore. He was first man in the United States to envision a national medical organization. Presented by Samuel Brown Journal Club.
Marker Name: Samuel Brown, M.D. (1769-1830)/Dr. Samuel Brown
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Person
Marker Number (for official markers): 1595
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Kentucky Historical Society, Kentucky Department of Highways, Presented by Samuel Brown Journal Club.
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