George Stephenson

George Stephenson was a pioneering British engineer known as the "Father of Railways." Born in 1781, he developed the first successful steam locomotive, named the "Locomotion No. 1," which revolutionized transportation in the 19th century. He also played a key role in building the world’s first public railway, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, in 1825. Stephenson's innovations laid the groundwork for modern rail systems, introducing standards for locomotive design, railway construction, and safety, significantly impacting trade and travel, and contributing to the Industrial Revolution. His work paved the way for future advancements in engineering and transportation.