About
British engineer credited with the design of some of Britain's most famous steam locomotives. He was Chief Mechanical Engineer of the London and North Eastern Railway.
Before Fame
He went to school in Sussex and at Marlborough College.
Trivia
One of his locomotives set the record for being the fastest steam locomotive in the world at 126 mph.
Family Life
He was born during one of his mother's visit to the gynecologist.
Associated With
He was given knight status by Edward King of England VIII .
