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Catalog Number |
2025.011.022 |
Author |
Bedini, Silvio A. |
Title |
Early Engineering Reminiscences (1815-1840) of George Escol Sellers |
Collection |
Silvio Bedini Books |
Source |
Marianne Bedini Vella |
Summary |
Describes the development of machines and mechanical skills in the United States during the first half of the 19th century. It focuses on George Escol Sellers, an American civil engineer who was active at that time, who made great contributions to the field of engineering. |
Subjects |
-George Escol Sellers' life and personal experiences as a prominent 19th-century civil engineer. -Sellers' involvment in infrastructure development, particularly the development of railroads. -Engineering education and practices, as well as techonological advancements of the 19th century. |
Accession number |
2025.011 |
Published Date |
1965 |
Physical Description |
9 by 11 in. hardcover book with 200 pages. |
Object Name |
Book |
Lexicon category |
8: Communication Artifact |
Publisher |
United States National Museum Bulletin 238 |
Lexicon sub-category |
Documentary Artifact |