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John Loudon MacAdam, 1825, by Charles Turner - lithograph in The British Museum, London
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John Loudon MacAdam, 1825, by Charles Turner - lithograph in The British Museum, London
John Loudon MacAdam, 1825, by Charles Turner - lithograph in The British Museum, London (Print Room) (J. R. Freeman) - John Loudon McAdam (September 21, 1756 - November 26, 1836) was a Scottish engineer and road-builder. He invented a new process, " macadamisation", for building roads with a smooth hard surface that would be more durable and less muddy than soil-based tracks.
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The print showcases a lithograph of John Loudon MacAdam, created in 1825 by Charles Turner and currently housed in The British Museum's Print Room. John Loudon MacAdam, born on September 21,1756, was a renowned Scottish engineer and road-builder. His significant contribution to the field came in the form of inventing "macadamisation" a revolutionary process for constructing roads with a durable and smooth hard surface. MacAdam's innovation aimed to eliminate the problems associated with muddy soil-based tracks commonly used at that time. By introducing macadamisation, he revolutionized road-building techniques during the nineteenth century (xix century). This lithograph serves as an archival testament to his pioneering work. In this head-and-shoulders portrait captured by J. R. Freeman, we see MacAdam portrayed as an esteemed inventor and engineer who forever changed transportation infrastructure. It is important to note that this image should not be associated with any commercial use or reference to the modern tarmacadam company. This photograph from TopFoto offers us a glimpse into history while honoring one of Scotland's most influential figures.
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