John Anderson (natural Philosopher)
John Anderson FRSE FRS FSA(Scot) (1726 – 13 January 1796) was a Scottish natural philosopher and liberal educator at the forefront of the application of science to technology in the industrial revolution, and of the education and advancement of working men and women.
Read more about John Anderson (natural Philosopher): Early Life and Career, A Leading Scientist, A Pioneer of Vocational Education For Working People, Radical Politics, Founder of A University
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