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The Birth of Steam

Adam Hart-Davis tells the remarkable story of Thomas Newcomen, the Devon man who invented the world's first working steam-powered engine. His engine was first used to pump water out of mines and ultimately powered the industrial revolution. (BBC One South West)

English
  • Originally Aired May 17, 2010
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network South West BBC One
  • Created November 10, 2010 by
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  • Modified January 2, 2024 by
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Name Type Role
Adam Hart-Davis Guest Star
Andrew Brown Director