Benjamin Chew Tilghman
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Benjamin Chew Tilghman (October 26, 1821 ā July 3, 1901) was an American soldier and inventor. He is best known as the inventor of the process of sandblasting.
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Benjamin Chew Tilghman | |
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Born | October 26, 1821 |
Died | July 3, 1901 (1901-07-04) (aged 79) |
Burial place | Church of St. James the Less |
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Occupation | Inventor |
Known for | Inventor of the process of sandblasting |
Relatives | William Tilghman |
Awards | Elliott Cresson Medal |
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