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Benjamin Chew Tilghman

American inventor · United States · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1821 to 1901 · aged 79

Benjamin Chew Tilghman was an American soldier and inventor. He is best known as the inventor of the process of sandblasting.

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Awards

Elliott Cresson Medal1875

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1821 to 1901 · aged 79