Frank Parkinson | |
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| Born | 7 February 1887 |
| Died | 28 January 1946 (aged 58) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Engineering career | |
| Practice name | Crompton Parkinson |
Frank Parkinson (7 February 1887 – 28 January 1946)[1] was a British electrical engineer, most notable for early electric lighting installations, such as light bulbs and electric motors. He was a major benefactor to the University of Leeds with the landmark tower (appearing on the university logo) named in his honour.
- ^ J. A. Chartres, 'Parkinson, Frank (1887–1946)', Oxford Dictionary of National Biography, online edn, Oxford University Press, October 2005 accessed 23 January 2010