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Isambard Kingdom Brunel

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Brunel's Engineering Legacy: Roots and Challenges

This chapter examines the differing engineering cultures of Britain and France during the early 19th century, with a particular focus on the background of Isambard Kingdom Brunel. It discusses the influence of his father’s innovations and challenges in the Royal Navy as well as Brunel's own early experiences. Additionally, it highlights key projects like the Thames Tunnel and the Floating Harbour that shaped Brunel's impactful engineering career.

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