What is recorded here

The public map records this plaque for Blue Plaque: Thomas Newcomen. Its recorded inscription reads: Near this spot the world’s first successful working steam engine was erected by THOMAS NEWCOMEN 1663-1729 to pump water from the Coneygree coalworks. A full size replica has been built at the Black Country Museum.

Thomas Newcomen, an English inventor, is remembered for creating the first successful atmospheric steam engine in 1712, significantly advancing mining technology and contributing to the Industrial Revolution.

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