Charles Rolls

Engineer and co-founder of Rolls-Royce

Charles Rolls - Engineer and co-founder of Rolls-Royce
Born

August 27th, 1877
148 years ago

Died

July 12th, 1910
115 years ago — 32 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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An English engineer and businessman, co-founded Rolls-Royce Limited in 1904. The company became a prominent manufacturer of luxury automobiles and aircraft engines. Rolls was instrumental in establishing the high standards of engineering and quality that defined the Rolls-Royce brand. He was also an aviation pioneer, known for his enthusiasm for flying and his contributions to early aviation. Rolls tragically died in a flying accident in 1910.

Co-founded Rolls-Royce Limited

Contributed to early aviation

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