James McCall (veterinarian)

James McCall
Born 1834
Died 1915
Known for Founder and first Principal of Glasgow Veterinary College

James McCall (b. 1834, Newton-on-Ayr, Scotland - d. November 1915) was the founder and the first principal of Glasgow Veterinary College.

Early life and education

James McCall was born in Newton-on-Ayr in 1834. His father owned a transport business between Glasgow and Ayr. He studied at Wallacetown Academy and Ayr Academy. Even in his early days he was interested in animals. He worked as a superintendent of the horse department with Messrs Pickford company caring for as many as 1000 horses.[1]

References

  1. ↑ Adair, W (1941). Records of Eighty Years Progress. Glasgow Veterinary College.
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