George W. Buck

George W. Buck

George Watson Buck (1789–1854) was the engineer of the Montgomeryshire Canal in the early 19th century, and was responsible for the unique lock paddle design.

He was later resident engineer during the building of the London and Birmingham Railway, and also designed Stockport Viaduct on the Manchester and Birmingham Railway.

Read more about George W. Buck:  Early Life, Canal Engineer, Railway Engineer, Legacy, Bibliography

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