Mauveine1856
His synthetic dye discovery influences Birmingham’s later chemical and manufacturing trades.
Historical person
William Henry Perkin Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for William Henry Perkin, based on 1 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
1 records1856–18561 events1 places
Chronological biography
1856
Titles and roles
Chemist
Record provenance
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