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Robert Wilson's Propeller, Dunbar Harbour. The son of a fisherman, Robert Wilson from Dunbar left school at nine years old. He went on to invent, among other things, a type of screw propeller which he demonstrated in 1827. The patent however was awarded to another inventor in 1836.

I have added the song 'It's My Turn' by Aretha Franklin who sadly died today.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPpFxYLLycg

As a second tribute I have added 'Respect' as my own mark of respect to this great singer, and also for the young boy who had little in the way of education but is still recognised today for his achievements

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGuW7pD_fhg
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82 comments

Roger (Grisly) said:

Like all the fisherman's gear in the foreground and the terrific colours in this excellent capture,
HFF and a fabulous weekend.
5 years ago

Ecobird replied to Roger (Grisly):

All that gear and no boat! Many thanks Roger. HFF and have a good weekend
5 years ago

Frans Schols said:

Schitterende opname en prachtige kleuren.
Zeer interessant verhaal over de jongen die de scheepsschroef uitvond.
Hartelijke groeten...Frans.
5 years ago ( translate )

Ecobird replied to Frans Schols:

Many thanks for your kind comment Frans. HFF and have a lovely weekend
5 years ago

Malik Raoulda said:

Superbe et bonne idée ++++++
Bonne et heureuse fin de semaine.
5 years ago ( translate )

Dimas Sequeira said:

Impressive propeller! HFF, Carol!
5 years ago ( translate )

William Sutherland said:

Fabulous capture!

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5 years ago ( translate )

Simone Maurel said:

beautiful picture
5 years ago ( translate )

Pam J said:

Determination and perseverance on all counts
5 years ago ( translate )

LotharW said:

HFF. Have a nice weekend!
5 years ago ( translate )

Karen's Place said:

Such a nice tribute to these two people. And two good songs too.

HFF to you, Carol, and I wish you a lovely weekend. :)
5 years ago

Erhard Bernstein said:

HFF, Carol!
5 years ago

Joe, Son of the Rock said:

HFF and have a great weekend. Cheers, Joe
5 years ago ( translate )

Edward Bowthorpe said:

Brilliant shot Carol.eddie,xx
5 years ago ( translate )

Steve Paxton said:

Love the sentiment , she will be sadly missed. thanks for the extra info. HFF
5 years ago