Title

Harry John Lawson

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Harry John Lawson (b1852), English inventor of a safety bicycle. (1879). Lawson produced the first bicycle driven by a chain from centrally positioned pedals to the rear wheel in 1879. It will not until 5 years later, in 1884, that a model named the "Lawson bicyclette" appeared which could withstand the rigors of actual use. (19th century). Engraving.

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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ARP07104_460001185

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