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Revision as of 19:29, 16 June 2021
Edward Spurr (1907–1998) was born in Eccleshill, Bradford, England. He was a pupil of Hanson Boys High School.[1]
Often described as "Bradford's Forgotten Inventor", he worked on an impressive range of projects. Not only did he design a powerboat engine with T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), but also worked on the Dambusters' bouncing bomb and Frank Whittle's jet engine.[1] Spurr also designed various parts and other engines, for boats and planes, cars, motorcycles, and washing machines, his other inventions include pick-ups for record players and an automatic toaster.[1]
References
- ^ a b c "Bradford's forgotten inventor Edward Spurr". Telegraph and Argus. Bradford. 16 June 2011. Retrieved 7 May 2015.
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