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William Patterson blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Naval Architect and Shipbuilder William Patterson 1795-1869. SS Great Western - first transatlantic liner 1838. SS Great Britain - biggest ship in the world 1843. Demerara - biggest sailing ship 1851. Recorded plaque organisation: Retired Professional Engineers Club (Bristol).

From the Open Plaques record 50588

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