George Westinghouse Quotes

A collection of quotes by George Westinghouse.

George Westinghouse (1846-1914) was an American inventor and entrepreneur. He is best known as the pioneer of the railroad air brake, a vital safety device that revolutionized the railroad industry. Born in New York, Westinghouse started his own company at the age of 19, specializing in machinery and steam engines. Throughout his career, he held over 300 patents in various fields, including gas engines and steam turbines. His contributions to the development of alternating current (AC) power systems also played a crucial role in the adoption of electricity for public use. Westinghouse's innovative ideas continue to impact modern technology and infrastructure.

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some people did not have their fill of laughter in the onset; and knowing that such as these would be blind anyway, he thought it quite as well that they should wrinkle up their eyes in grins, as have a malady in the less attractive forms.

Charles Dickens

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