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Alexander Lyman Holley

1832-07-20 – 1882-01-29

Portrait of Alexander Lyman Holley
Looking northeast at Holley bust on a cloudy morning.Credit: Jim.henderson

Life & Legacy

Alexander Lyman Holley (Lakeville, Connecticut, July 20, 1832 – Brooklyn, New York, January 29, 1882) was an American mechanical engineer, inventor, and founding member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). He was considered the foremost steel and plant engineer and designer of his time, especially in regard to applying research to modern steel manufacturing processes.

Occupation & Career

inventor, engineer

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

National Inventors Hall of Fame; Bessemer Gold Medal

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Honors & Awards

Bessemer Gold Medal · National Inventors Hall of Fame

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q3610786 — wikidata View source

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