Joseph Bazalgette

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Discover the remarkable life of Sir Joseph Bazalgette...
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Sir Joseph Bazalgette was a visionary engineer, a master city planner, and a pioneer of public health whose work transformed Victorian London. Best known for designing London's sewer network, he played a crucial role in eliminating deadly epidemics and turning the polluted River Thames into one of the cleanest urban waterways in the world. His remarkable achievements not only saved countless lives but also reshaped the city's infrastructure, leaving a lasting impact that endures to this day.

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Joseph Bazalgette