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Francis Pettit Smith

Francis Pettit Smith — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.

Crystal Palace transmitter mast, from College Road - geograph.org.uk - 2440806

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Typical visit
15 min–45 min

About

Francis Pettit Smith is a memorial located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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From the Wikipedia article

Sir Francis Pettit Smith (9 February 1808 – 12 February 1874) was an English inventor and, along with John Ericsson, one of the inventors of the screw propeller. He was also the driving force behind the construction of the world's first screw-propelled steamship, SS Archimedes.

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Coordinates
51.4284, -0.0753

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Where is Francis Pettit Smith?
Francis Pettit Smith is in London, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.4284°, -0.0753°.