Dugald Clerk, Scottish engineer C014 / 2051
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Dugald Clerk, Scottish engineer C014 / 2051
Dugald Clerk (1854-1932), Scottish engineer. Clerk was the inventor in the late 1870s of the first successful two-stroke internal combustion engine, patenting it in 1881. Clerks engine was further improved by Joseph Day in 1894. Clerk was appointed Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) in 1917. He had been elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1908, and received the Societys Royal Medal in 1924 for his engineering work. This photograph is from the Bain News Service, one of the USAs earliest news picture libraries. Most of the Bain images date from the period from the 1890s to the 1930s
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1900s Bain News Service Engineer Engineering Fellow Of The Royal Society Internal Combustion Engine Invention Inventions Inventor Looking At The Camera Portrait Scottish Knight Commander Order Of The British Empire
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This print showcases Dugald Clerk, a remarkable Scottish engineer who revolutionized the world of technology in the late 19th century. Known for his groundbreaking invention of the first successful two-stroke internal combustion engine, Clerk's brilliance and ingenuity are captured in this portrait. Born in 1854, Dugald Clerk patented his revolutionary engine design in 1881, forever changing the course of engineering history. His pioneering work was further enhanced by Joseph Day in 1894, solidifying its impact on technological advancements. Clerk's exceptional contributions to engineering did not go unnoticed. In recognition of his achievements, he was appointed as Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) in 1917. Additionally, he became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1908 and received their prestigious Royal Medal in 1924. This monochrome photograph is part of Bain News Service's collection—a renowned news picture library from early twentieth-century America. It offers us a glimpse into an era where innovation and progress were shaping our modern world. As we gaze upon this image, we witness Dugald Clerk's determined expression as he looks directly at the camera—an embodiment of determination and intellect that propelled him to become one of Britain's most celebrated engineers. This portrait serves as a testament to his enduring legacy and influence on technological advancements that continue to shape our lives today.
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