Henry Bessemer

Henry Bessemer was an English engineer and inventor best known for developing the Bessemer Process in the 1850s, a revolutionary method for efficiently producing large quantities of strong, affordable steel. This process involves blowing air through molten iron to remove impurities, significantly reducing the cost and time needed to make steel. Bessemer’s innovation helped meet the growing demand for steel during the Industrial Revolution, enabling the construction of bridges, ships, and railways. His work greatly advanced manufacturing and infrastructure, transforming industries and economies worldwide.