Verena Holmes
English mechanical engineer and inventor (1889-1964) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 74
Verena Winifred Holmes was an English mechanical engineer and multi-field inventor, the first woman member elected to the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (1924) and the Institution of Locomotive Engineers (1931), and was a strong supporter of women in engineering.
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About this person
She was one of the early members of the Women's Engineering Society, and its president in 1931. She was the first practising engineer to serve as president of the society.
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1889 to 1964 · aged 74
