Admiral Sir Francis Beaufort

Admiral Sir Francis Beaufort was a British naval officer and hydrographer known for developing the Beaufort Scale, a system used to estimate wind speed based on sea conditions and observable effects. His work allowed sailors to judge wind strength and anticipate weather more accurately, improving navigation and safety at sea. Beaufort’s contributions also included navigational mapping and oceanography, earning him recognition as a key figure in maritime science. His legacy endures through the widely used Beaufort Scale, which links weather observation with practical maritime decision-making.