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Nicholas Wood

English engineer

Died when: 70 years 239 days (847 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

Nicholas Wood

Nicholas Wood FGS FRS (24 April 1795 – 19 December 1865) was an English colliery and steam locomotive engineer.He helped engineer and design many steps forward in both engineering and mining safety, and helped bring about the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers, holding the position of President from its inauguration to his death.


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