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Josiah Emery

1725-11-11 – 1794-07-00

Life & Legacy

Josiah Emery (probably November 11, 1725 - between July 2 and July 14, 1794) was a watch and clock maker who improved Thomas Mudge's lever escapement in 1785. One of his watches was presented to Lord Nelson who was wearing it when he was killed by a sniper at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Others were made for George III.

Occupation & Career

watchmaker, inventor

Faith & Community

reformed

Legacy Highlights

Church

reformed

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q18954425 — wikidata View source

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