Edward Drinker Cope was an American paleontologist born on July 28, 1840, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is best known for his work in the late 19th century, where he made significant contributions to the field of dinosaur research. Cope discovered and named numerous dinosaur species, including Camptosaurus and Ankylosaurus, and was a key figure in the "Bone Wars," a rivalry with fellow paleontologist Othniel Charles Marsh. Cope's research focused on the classification and evolution of prehistoric animals. He published over 1,400 scientific papers and described more than 1,000 vertebrate species. His work laid the foundation for modern paleontology, and he is remembered for his innovative approaches to studying fossils and understanding the history of life on Earth.