Charles Bianconi
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Charles Bianconi (24 September 1786 – 22 September 1875)[1] was an Italo-Irish entrepreneur. Sometimes described as the "man who put Ireland on wheels",[2][3] he developed a network of horse-drawn coaches that became Ireland's "first regular public transport" system.[2][4] He eventually became known for his innovations in transport and was twice mayor of Clonmel, in County Tipperary.[1]
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Born | (1786-09-24)24 September 1786 Tregolo, Costa Masnaga (near Como), Italy |
Died | 22 September 1875(1875-09-22) (aged 88) Longfield House, Boherlahan, County Tipperary, Ireland |
Spouse | Eliza Hayes |
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