Background
THORNYCROFT, John Isaac was born in 1843 in Rome, Italy. Son of Thomas and Mary Thornycroft, both sculptors.
THORNYCROFT, John Isaac was born in 1843 in Rome, Italy. Son of Thomas and Mary Thornycroft, both sculptors.
Studied at private school. Glasgow University. Diploma, Glasgow University. Doctor of Laws.
Founded shipbuilding works at Chiswick, 1866. Introduced improvements in naval architecture and marine engineering, which have promoted the development of high speeds at sea. Vice-Pres, of Institute of Naval Architects; member of Council of Mechanical Engineers; naval architect and engineer.
Fellow of the Royal Society. Clubs: Automobile!; Bembridge Sailing.
Spouse 1870, Blanche,daughter of Frederick Coules, Gloucester.