George Parker Bidder (engineer)
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For his son, the British barrister, see George Parker Bidder Jr. For his grandson, the marine biologist, see George Parker Bidder (marine biologist).
George Parker Bidder (13 June 1806 – 20 September 1878) was an English engineer and calculating prodigy.[1][2][3]
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George Parker Bidder | |
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Born | 13 June 1806 Moretonhampstead, Devon |
Died | 20 September 1878(1878-09-20) (aged 72) Dartmouth, Devon |
Nationality (legal) | English |
Occupation | Engineer |
Engineering career | |
Discipline | civil engineer |
Institutions | Institution of Civil Engineers (president) |
Practice name | Electric Telegraph Company |
Significant design | Royal Victoria Dock |
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