1824 1907 Collection

Henry Yon 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Stephen D Wilbur 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Robert Stevenson 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Frederick Pilgrim 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Andrew Wagoner 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Judson C Albright 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Herman Rice 1865 Albumen silver print glass negative
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William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) Scottish physicist and mathematician. Second law of thermodynamics: Temperature scale: Atlantic telegraph cable: Mirror galvanometer

William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907), Scottish mathematician and physicist, at the age of 28. Engraving

William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907), Scottish mathematician and physicist. Kelvin with his compass. From photogrpah taken in 1902

William Thomson, Lord Klevin (1824-1907), Scottish mathematician and physicist. Photograph published London c1890

Janssen and Lockyer, 1868. Pierre Jules Cesar Janssen (1824-1907), French astronomerand Joseph Norman Lockyer (1836-1920), English astronomer

William Thomsons (Lord Kelvin 1824-1907) mirror galvanometer, instrument for measuring small electric currents. Wood engraving 1876

Transatlantic telegraph. William Thomsons (Lord Kelvin 1824-1907) receiving apparatus used at Brest, including his mirror galvanometer (left)

Jules Pierre Cesar Janssen (1824-1907) French astronomer at the eyepiece of his reflecting telescope at Meudon observatory France. An accident at a young age left him unable to walk or attend school

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"Exploring the Legacy of William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907): A Journey Through Time and Science" Step back in time with these captivating albumen silver print glass negatives from 1865, showcasing prominent figures such as Henry Yon, Stephen D Wilbur, Robert Stevenson, Frederick Pilgrim, Andrew Wagoner, Judson C Albright, and Herman Rice. These remarkable photographs provide a glimpse into the lives of individuals who played significant roles during this era. Among them stands William Thomson, better known as Lord Kelvin - a Scottish physicist and mathematician whose contributions to science are immeasurable. Born in 1824 and passing away in 1907, Lord Kelvin's brilliance spanned across various disciplines throughout his life. In one photograph taken at the age of 45, we witness a matured Kelvin exuding wisdom and confidence. His piercing gaze reflects his deep understanding of mathematics and physics that revolutionized scientific thought during his time. Another image captures him at the age of 28 - a young prodigy already making waves within academia, and is here that we see the spark that would ignite an illustrious career filled with groundbreaking discoveries. Known for developing the concept of absolute temperature scale or "Kelvin, " he forever changed how scientists approached thermodynamics. His work on electricity also laid the foundation for modern electrical engineering. As we delve into these images frozen in time by talented photographers like Henry Yon and Stephen D Wilbur among others; it becomes clear that Lord Kelvin's impact extended far beyond his own lifetime. He left an indelible mark on scientific progress that continues to shape our world today. Join us on this journey through history as we celebrate William Thomson's extraordinary legacy - an icon whose intellectual prowess still resonates over a century later.