What Was William Young's Accomplishments

William Young Jr. had to potential of becoming one of the most well-known botanist of his time. With sponsorship from the Queen of England he was on his way to worldwide recognition. The only person in his way himself William Young Jr had so many things to offer his botany, but he let the royal lifestyle get in the way. John Bartram his mentor was even envious of his mentees success. Getting royal backing was a once in a life time opportunity that botanist only dreamed of getting. With the backing of the crown botanist and scientist alike were free to travel world discovering what the new world had to offer. By looking at William Young Jr’s career we see how royals played into exploration and science. Royals unintentionally caused tension among
Young being only in his earlier twenties immediate other scientist twice his age who had been working for years and never got noticed. With his new position came jealousy from his mentor John Bartram. Bartram was stunned by the news of Young’s preferment (Kinch 364). Due to fact that Bartram was more accomplished and well received by other botanist and scientist. His accomplishments during his speak for themselves yet he never got the chance to prove himself to the royals. That’s why is was hard for him when Young a relativity unknown youth should suddenly receive royal preferment and a large salary especially since Young had gleaned all his botanical knowledge from him (Kinch 364). The once close mentee and mentor were now at odds with one another. The real reason was chosen by Queen Charlotte was because of his roots. The Queen of England was German born and Young was son of immigrants and it was these origins that helped him with the favor of the Queen (Madge 20). With his German heritage, the Queen would allow him to get away with things and kept on the royal longer than should have been