William Samuel Henson | |
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| Born | 3 May 1812 |
| Died | 22 March 1888 (aged 75) |
| Known for | Aerial Steam Carriage |
| Spouse |
Sarah Henson (m. 1848) |
| Children | 7 |
William Samuel Henson (3 May 1812 – 22 March 1888) was a British-born pre-Wright brothers aviation pioneer, engineer and inventor. He is best known for his work on the aerial steam carriage alongside John Stringfellow.