More Info →Heinrich Hertz (b.1857 - d.1894)

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Description: Printed below portrait on original print - (d) Heinrich Hertz (1857 – 1894) (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 Heinrich Rudolf Hertz (b.1857 – d.1894) 1 B&W photo print

The unit of electrical frequency, the “Hertz” is named in his honour. Between 1885 & 1889 produced electromagnetic waves, sent them through space and measured their length and velocity. Thus he was the first to broadcast & receive radio waves.

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.”