What Happened This Year 1870
People Who Died in 1870
Thomas Brassey
Engineer and businessman, railway pioneer
Born
November 7th, 1805 220 years ago
Died
1870 156 years ago — 65 years old
An English engineer and businessman, this individual played a significant role in the expansion of railways across the United Kingdom and other parts of the world during the 19th century. Established a construction company that undertook major projects including railway lines and civil engineering works. The firm was known for its innovative approaches to railway construction, employing new technologies and methodologies. Involved in the construction of the London to Birmingham Railway and numerous other railways in countries such as Canada, India, and Australia.
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