Mechanical engineer and businessman. Born Hamburg, where his grandfather, from Birmingham, had established a business. Educated Germany and London. Inventor and motor industry pioneer. Coined the words "petrol" and "motorcar". Founded the Royal Automobile Club. Had workshops and premises at various locations across London. Died Stoke Poges.
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Frederick Simms
Beneath this arch was situated the first workshop of Frederick Richard Simms,...
Civil engineer. Born Portsea, Hampshire. Constructions include: Great Western...
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Pedestrian tunnel under the Thames designed by Sir Alexander Binnie, linking ...
This foundry is the oldest manufacturing company in the UK and is still makin...
