James Bowman Lindsay
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James Bowman Lindsay (8 September 1799 – 29 June 1862) was a Scottish inventor and author. He is credited with early developments in several fields, such as incandescent lighting and telegraphy.
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Born | 8 September 1799 |
Died | 29 June 1862 (aged 62) |
Resting place | Western Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland |
Alma mater | University of St. Andrews |
Known for | Pioneer of Incandescent lighting and telegraphy |
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Institutions | Watt Institute Dundee, Scotland |
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