What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: James Veitch 1771-1838. A man of rare talent and self-taught he developed his knowledge of engineering, mathematics and astronomy, becoming famous for his telescopes and other instruments. His scientific workshop at Inchbonny near Jedburgh was visited by many eminent people including Mary Somerville, Walter Scott and notably David Brewster whom he inspired to study optics. Recorded plaque organisation: Royal Burgh of Jedburgh.
James Veitch was a self-taught engineer, mathematician, and astronomer renowned for his telescopes and scientific instruments; his workshop attracted notable visitors including Mary Somerville, Walter Scott, and David Brewster, who was inspired by Veitch to study optics.
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