Alfred Cort Haddon (May 24, 1855-April 20, 1940) was an influential British anthropologist. Initially a biologist, he did field work by the Torres Strait. He returned to Christ's College, Cambridge, where he had been an undergraduate, and effectively founded a school of anthropology. May 24 is the 144th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (145th in leap years). ... 1855 was a common year starting on Monday (see link for calendar). ... April 20 is the 110th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (111th in leap years). ... 1940 (MCMXL) was a leap year starting on Monday (link will take you to calendar). ... A biologist is a scientist devoted to and producing results in biology through the study of organisms. ... The Torres Strait - Cape York Peninsula is at the top; several of the Torres Strait Islands can be seen strung out towards Papua New Guinea (North is downwards in this image) The Torres Strait is a body of water which lies between Australia and the Melanesian island of New Guinea. ... Full name Christs College Motto Souvent me Souvient I Often Remember Named after Christ Previous names Gods-house (1437), Christs College (1505) Established 1505 Sister College Wadham College Master Prof. ...