Murdoch House, Redruth, 1890s
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BRA_16_002
Description
Murdoch House in Cross Street, Redruth. It was the home of William Murdoch, who invented the first piped gas system for lighting, the house being the first in the world to have this installed. Whilst living here he also invented the first steam driven road vehicle., the 'Murdoch Flyer'.
Date
1890-1899
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Paddy Bradley
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Redruth
Format
9
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cornishmemory.com
Type
still image
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Paddy Bradley
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