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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.

30 minutes

Last on

Thu 28 Oct 2010 01:25
BBC Four

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Credits

Presenter Adam Hart-Davis
Executive Producer Simon Willis
Producer Andrew Brown

Broadcasts

  • Mon 17 May 2010 19:30
    BBC One South West & Channel Islands only
  • Wed 27 Oct 2010 20:30
    BBC Four
  • Thu 28 Oct 2010 01:25
    BBC Four