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Henry Bessemer

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Henry Bessemer, British engineer and inventor, 19th century. Bessemer (1813-1898) was a prolific inventor, but is best known for the invention of a method of converting pig iron into steel (the Bessemer process) which made the cheap production of steel in bulk possible for the first time. Obverse of a commemorative medal.

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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34,5Mb (2,3Mb) / 11,8in x 11,3in / 3543 x 3404 (300dpi)