George Westinghouse.

George Westinghouse, Jr., was the son of a man who made farm machinery in New York. Today George is known for being one of the most industrious inventors that ever lived. He helped continue the Industrial Revolution with his determined attitude towards resolving social and commercial difficulties. George's creations changed society's life. It affected the economy and how one travels. On October 6, 1846 Westinghouse was born in Central Bridge, New York. From an early age, he …

…much success to rail owners. From discoveries he found from his backyard George figured out a way to transmit clean, natural gas to homes. It was used for lighting and heating and for industry with fuel. 1905, Westinghouse presented his new current electric locomotive. Not long after that, his new engine was seen almost anywhere. As he continued in his mind, ships were next. Westinghouse marine turbines began a new era of power on the seas.