"Whilst the exploits of the conqueror and the intrigues of the demagogue are faithfully preserved through a succession of ages, the persevering and unobtrusive efforts of genius, developing the best blessings of the Deity to man, are often consigned to oblivion."
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Cited in: Samuel Smiles (1864) Industrial biography; iron-workers and tool-makers, p. 189
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David Mushet
David Mushet (2 October 1772 – 7 June 1847) was a Scottish engineer, entrepreneur, author and metallurgist.
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