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Lyon Playfair (1818-1898) Scottish chemist and politician, in the chair as Deputy
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Lyon Playfair (1818-1898) Scottish chemist and politician, in the chair as Deputy
Lyon Playfair (1818-1898) Scottish chemist and politician, in the chair as Deputy Speaker of the Commons during a late night session. He studied chemistry at Glasgow under Thomas Graham, and under Liebig at Giessen. Professor chemistry at Edinburgh university 1858-1896. Discovered the nitroprusside class of salts. Chemist to the Geological Survey, 1846. Elected a Fellow of the Royal Society 1848. Engaged in the organisation of the Great Exhibition of 1851. Liberal MP for the universities of Glasgow and Edinburgh 1868-1885. Secretary of State for Science and Art 1855. Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons 1880-1883. Knighted 1883. Created Baron 1892. From Punch. (London, 12 February 1881)
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This print captures Lyon Playfair, a renowned Scottish chemist and politician, in the midst of a late-night session as Deputy Speaker of the Commons. The image showcases his distinguished presence as he presides over the House with authority and intellect. Playfair's impressive academic background is highlighted, having studied chemistry under Thomas Graham at Glasgow University and Liebig at Giessen. His contributions to science are notable, including the discovery of the nitroprusside class of salts and his role as Chemist to the Geological Survey. Beyond his scientific achievements, Playfair was deeply involved in various aspects of society. He played an instrumental role in organizing the Great Exhibition of 1851 and served as Secretary of State for Science and Art in 1855. Additionally, he held political positions such as being elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1848 and serving as a Liberal MP for both Glasgow and Edinburgh universities from 1868 to 1885. Recognized for his exceptional service to Scotland, Playfair received numerous accolades throughout his career. In 1883, he was knighted before being created Baron in 1892. This historical photograph from Punch magazine offers us a glimpse into Lyon Playfair's influential life during this particular moment captured on February 12th, 1881. It serves not only as a testament to his remarkable accomplishments but also reminds us of Scotland's rich history in science, politics, and academia.
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