About William Adams
Lived 1813 – 1886 (aged 72). William Adams was a naturalist, mining engineer and engineer.
William Adams (1813 - 1886) of Ebbw Vale began his career as an apprentice to Charles Lloyd Harford. In 1865 he moved to Cardiff, and commenced business as colliery agent and mining engineer. He was regarded as an expert in his field, his publications include 'Science of Mining' (London, 1870). He is known to have been one of the first members of Cardiff Naturalists' Society.
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Who was William Adams?
mining expert (1813-1886)
When was William Adams born?
William Adams was born on 10 October 1813 in Penycae.
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William Adams died on 17 August 1886.
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William Adams was a naturalist, mining engineer and engineer.
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