Christopher Polhem
Christopher Polhammar (18 December 1661 – 30 August 1751) better known as Christopher Polhem (ⓘ), which he took after his ennoblement in 1716, was a Swedish scientist, inventor and industrialist. He made significant contributions to the economic and industrial development of Sweden, particularly mining. He was ennobled by King Charles XII of Sweden for his contributions to Swedish technological development.
Christopher Polhem | |
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Portrait of Christopher Polhem by Johan Henrik Scheffel, 1741. | |
| Born | 18 December 1661 Tingstäde, Gotland, Sweden |
| Died | 30 August 1751 (aged 89) Stockholm, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Alma mater | Uppsala University University of Harderwijk |
| Known for | Göta Canal Various inventions |
| Awards | Order of the Polar Star, Head of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Enobled in 1716 |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Physics, Mechanics |
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