More Info →Alessandro Volta (b.1745 - d.1827)

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Description: Printed below portrait on original print - (a) Alessandro Volta (1745 – 1827) (Photo: Institution of Electrical Engineers)

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.

Mr Alessandro Volta (b.1745 – d.1827) 1 B&W photo print

The unit of electrical potential, the “Volt” is named in his honour. 1794 began experimenting with metals to produce electric current. 1800 produced electric pile / battery. 1801 demonstrated his battery to Emperor Napoleon in Paris, who made him a Count.

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.”