William Mason (September 2, 1808 – May 21, 1883) was a master mechanical engineer and builder of textile machinery and railroad steam locomotives. He founded Mason Machine Works of Taunton, Massachusetts. His company was a significant supplier of locomotives and rifles for the Union Army during the American Civil War. The company also later produced printing presses.
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2 September 1808 Mystic, Connecticut
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Died |
21 May 1883 (aged 74) Taunton, Massachusetts
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Zodiac | Virgo |
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