George Stephenson
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George Stephenson’s development of the steam engine has undoubtedly changed our world. From an early age he showed a keen interest in not only self-development, but also in the betterment of existing machines to help mankind and increase production. George succeeded in life because he took the time to educate himself and seized the opportunities that were presented to him. Discover how his determination and never-ending curiosity helped to herald the Industrial Age, and revolutionize mining operations and safety.
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Soichiro Honda
Founder of the Honda Motor Company, Soichiro Honda was an inspiring and powerful businessman. His passion for mechanics led him from tinkering in his father’s bicycle repair shop, to producing motorcycles and automobiles, to participating in Formula One racing. Comprehend what it took to build such an empire and gain a personal insight into the life of the man often referred to as ‘The Japanese Henry Ford’. His legacy lives on today and the Honda Foundation provides financial assistance to numerous charities. It also offers prizes and awards to encourage leaders in the field of eco-technology.
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James Harrison
Be inspired by the entrepreneurial talent of James Harrison, whose invention of the refrigerator has become a necessity in our homes of today. Follow him on his journey from England to Australia as a book-binder and publisher, to his invention of the ether liquid vapour compression fridge. He was a man of many talents and his work in refrigeration, both domestic and commercial, has revolutionized the way the world stores and transports food. The benefits are evident in medical research and treatments, as well as improved nutrition for all people. His legacy has continued to benefit millions of people.
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Isambard Brunel
Meet, and be inspired by, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the great British genius of civil engineering, as he tells his own incredible story. Isambard was taught by his father, the eminent engineer Marc Isambard Brunel, who he worked with on the famous Thames Tunnel, the first tunnel underneath a navigable river. Isambard went on to become a great innovator in civil engineering, creating many famous ‘firsts’ including the incredible Clifton Suspension Bridge and the ‘SS Great Britain’. He was also the great mind behind the Great Western Railway.
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John Logie Baird
We watch television every day but few of us know that it was invented by a Scottish engineer named John Logie Baird. He also developed colour television and other innovations that have become intrinsic parts of everyday life. Gain an insight into the life of the ‘Father of Television’, as he pioneered a new way of communicating that changed the world dramatically.
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