Josiah Mason
English businessman and philanthropist
Born
1795
230 years ago
Died
Category
Business & Philanthropy
Country
United Kingdom
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Engaged in the manufacture of brass and later established a successful business in Birmingham. Through ventures in the tin plate industry, laid foundations for a profitable business that expanded throughout the 19th century. Significant philanthropic efforts focused on education, including the establishment of the Mason Science College in Birmingham, which eventually became part of the University of Birmingham. Contributed to various charitable organizations and supported numerous educational initiatives throughout his lifetime.
Founded Mason Science College in Birmingham
Advanced the tin plate manufacturing industry
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