This 1870s illustration shows Watt's Double-action Steam Engine. James Watt was a Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer. James Watt (1736-1819) was said to have discovered the power of steam when he placed his hand in front of kettle that held a very hot liquid. Watt's improvements to the steam engine were key to the changes that came with the Industrial Revolution.
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This 1870s illustration shows Watt's Double-action Steam Engine. James Watt was a Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer. James Watt (1736-1819) was said to have discovered the power of steam when he placed his hand in front of kettle that held a very hot liquid. Watt's improvements to the steam engine were key to the changes that came with the Industrial Revolution.

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UMG25A05_340

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Droits gérés

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51,7Mo (2,1Mo) / 32,7cm x 39,6cm / 3858 x 4680 (300dpi)

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James Watt double-action steam engine steam power Scottish inventor mechanical engineer steam engine Industrial Revolution invention trains 18th century 19th century

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