John Mercer Brooke

John Mercer Brooke
John Mercer Brooke
Born(1826-12-18)December 18, 1826
Fort Brooke, Florida, United States
DiedDecember 14, 1906(1906-12-14) (aged 79)
Lexington, Virginia, USA
NationalityAmerican

John Mercer Brooke (December 18, 1826 – December 14, 1906) was an American sailor, engineer, scientist, and educator. He was instrumental in the creation of the Transatlantic Cable, and was a noted marine and military innovator.

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