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Autobiography of Sir John Rennie, F.R.S.
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Autobiography of Sir John Rennie, F.R.S., Past President of the Institute of Civil Engineers
Rennie (1794-1874) was the son of engineer John Rennie and brother of George with whom he remained in partnership after their father's death. Specialising in bridge and marine engineering, his major undertaking, from 1824, was the construction of London Bridge from designs prepared by his father and Rennie received a knighthood upon its opening in 1831. This autobiography was written in 1867 after his retirement from a long and distinguished career and was published posthumously in 1875. It comprises the history of his professional life together with reminiscences from the beginning of the 19th Century to the time it was written.
Autobiography of Sir John Rennie, F.R.S., Past President of the Institute of Civil Engineers
In the 'Autobiography of Sir John Rennie, F.R.S., Past President of the Institute of Civil Engineers,' Sir John Rennie chronicles his remarkable journey through the world of civil engineering during a pivotal era of industrial expansion. Written in a reflective and engaging narrative style, this autobiography not only provides a detailed account of his professional accomplishments'Äîincluding iconic projects like the Waterloo and Southwark Bridges'Äîbut also offers insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by engineers of his time. Rennie's work sits within the broader context of 19th-century engineering advancements and captures the spirit of innovation and resilience that defined...
