More Info →Charles Algernon Parsons (b.1854 - d.1931)

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Printed below portrait on original print - (c) Charles Algernon Parsons (1854 – 1931) (Photo: C.A. Parsons & Co. Ltd.)

Photo of print used for exhibition purposes – historical persons in the development of electricity & electrical engineering. Possibly reproduced by Mr J.F. Bryce.

Wrapped in tissue paper.

Sir Charles Algernon Parsons (b.1854 – d.1931) 1 B&W photo print

1884 invented multi-stage steam turbine. 1891 turbine fitted with condenser for use in electric generating stations. 1897 turbine fitted in ship ‘Turbinia’ to prove the greater advantages of the steam turbine compared to current steam engines, thus revolutionizing marine propulsion. 1911 knighted.

Photo of print used for exhibition purposes – historical persons in the development of electricity & electrical engineering. Possibly reproduced by Mr J.F. Bryce.

Any use of this image must be accompanied by the credit “Horowhenua Historical Society Inc.”

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