Bryan Donkin, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Bryan Donkin

British civil engineer

Date of Birth: 22-Mar-1768

Place of Birth: Northumberland, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 27-Feb-1855

Profession: businessperson, engineer, inventor, civil engineer

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Bryan Donkin FRS FRAS (22 March 1768 – 27 February 1855) developed the first paper making machine and created the world's first commercial canning factory.
These were the basis for large industries that continue to flourish today.
Bryan Donkin was involved with Thomas Telford's Caledonian Canal, Marc andIsambard Brunel's Thames Tunnel, and Charles Babbage's computer.
He was an advisor to the government and held in high esteem by his peers.