Joseph Bazalgette
Civil engineer and sewerage system designer
Born
March 28th, 1819
206 years ago
Died
March 15th, 1891
134 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An engineer developed the modern sewerage system in London. Initiated the construction of a vast network of sewers completed in the 1860s, which effectively addressed the city's sanitation issues. The system eliminated the problem of sewage disposal into the River Thames, drastically improving public health conditions during a time of rapid urbanization.
Created London's main sewerage system
Reduced cholera outbreaks in London
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