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Who was Franz Boas?

Franz Boas was a German-born anthropologist who is often regarded as the father of American anthropology. Born on July 9, 1858, Boas revolutionized the study of anthropology with his emphasis on cultural relativism and his rejection of racial determinism. His work laid the foundation for modern anthropology and influenced the social sciences broadly.