James Watt vs Thomas Jefferson
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Compare the life timelines of James Watt (1736–1819) and Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) side by side. Their lives overlapped for 76 years, from 1743 to 1819.
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James Watt (1736–1819)
- — Born in Greenock, Scotland Verified
- — Conceived the separate condenser for the steam engine Verified
- — Patented his improved steam engine Verified
- — Entered partnership with Matthew Boulton
- — Died in Handsworth, near Birmingham, England Verified
Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826)
- — Born in Shadwell, Virginia Verified
- — Drafted the Declaration of Independence, adopted by Congress Verified
- — Inaugurated as the third President of the United States Verified
- — Completed the Louisiana Purchase from France
- — Founded the University of Virginia
- — Died at Monticello, Virginia Verified