James Nasmyth

James Nasmyth (1808–1890) was a United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland astronomer, inventor and engineer.

Also recorded as James Hall Nasmyth; James Nasmith.

Overview

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In detail

Scottish mechanical engineer and inventor (1808–1890)

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    “James Nasmyth”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q240633: James Nasmyth

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