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George Herman Babcock

1832-06-17 – 1893-12-16

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George BabcockCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

George Herman Babcock (June 17, 1832 – December 16, 1893) was an American inventor. He and Stephen Wilcox co-invented a safer water tube steam boiler, and founded the Babcock & Wilcox boiler company.

Occupation & Career

inventor, entrepreneur

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

National Inventors Hall of Fame

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

National Inventors Hall of Fame

Verified Legacy Record

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1371083 — wikidata View source

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