1859 ⟶ Big Ben Clock Tower Construction Completed
Construction of Big Ben is completed.
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🛡️ Marc Isambard Brunel Invents the Tunnelling Shield
Marc Isambard Brunel invents the tunnelling shield.⟶
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United Kingdom💡 Construction of the First Practical Electric Motor
🧱 Isaac Charles Johnson Invents Modern Portland Cement
Isaac Charles Johnson invents modern Portland cement.⟶
Industrial RevolutionConstructionMaterials ScienceInfrastructure
United Kingdom🚽 First Public Flush Toilets Introduced
George Jennings offers the first public flush toilets, accessible for a penny per visit, and in 1852 receives a UK patent for the single piece, free standing, earthenware, trap plumed, flushing, water-closet.⟶
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🚇 London Underground Opens
First section of the London Underground opens.⟶
TransportationUrbanizationInfrastructureIndustrial Revolution
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