John Rennie The Elder

John Rennie The Elder

John Rennie FRSE FRS (7 June 1761 – 4 October 1821) was a Scottish civil engineer who designed many bridges, canals, and docks.

Read more about John Rennie The Elder:  Early Years, Canals and Waterways, Bridges, Docks and Harbours, Bell Rock Lighthouse & Holyhead Mail Pier Lighthouse, Plymouth Breakwater, Technical Innovator, Distinguishing Characteristics, Ruislip Lido Railway, List of Projects

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