How to Pronounce George Barclay Bruce
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Oct 01, 1821 Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom Died on 25 Aug 1908 (aged 86)
British civil engineer
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About George Barclay Bruce
- Sir George Barclay Bruce (1 October 1821 – 25 August 1908) was a British civil engineer.
- Bruce was primarily a railway engineer who worked for many railway companies in Britain, Europe, Asia and South America.
- He was closely involved with the Institution of Civil Engineers, serving at various times as a member, council member, vice-president and president.
- He received a knighthood from the British Government and was made an officer of the Legion of Honour by the French in recognition of his services to construction.
- Bruce was a Presbyterian and committed himself to spreading the church in England and to improve public education, to which end he gave his time and money generously.
