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John Mitchell

Era

Industrial era

Born

Unknown (During the 18th century)

Died

Unknown

Honors

Knighthood by Queen Elizabeth I • served on various government commissions

Known for

Inventing the steam engine, contributing to the industrial revolution

Inventions

Steam engines • machine tools • industrial mining equipment

Occupation

Inventor • scientist • engineer

Nationality

English

Significant contributions

Powering the first ships • driving early train systems • spurring the industrial revolution

John Mitchell