| Era | |
| Born | Unknown (During the 18th century) |
| Died | Unknown |
| Honors | Knighthood by Queen Elizabeth I • served on various government commissions |
| Known for | Inventing the steam engine, contributing to the industrial revolution |
| Inventions | Steam engines • machine tools • industrial mining equipment |
| Occupation | Inventor • scientist • engineer |
| Nationality | |
| Significant contributions | Powering the first ships • driving early train systems • spurring the industrial revolution |