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Georg Knorr

German engineer · Germany · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1859 to 1911 · aged 51

Theodor Georg Knorr was a German engineer and entrepreneur on the field of railroad technology and founder of the company Knorr-Bremse. He is particularly remembered for his role in the development of the compressed air brake.

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A typical day, 30 days to 19 June 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.

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Order of the Red Eagle 4th Class

About this person

Country
Germany
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1859 to 1911 · aged 51