Samuel Fox

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Samuel Fox. Born 17th June 1815 in Bradwell, Derbyshire, England. Son of William Fox a manufacturer of weavers' shuttles.

Started work as an apprentice a wire drawer in Hathersage, then became a partner in a wire drawing business in the Rivelin Valley near Sheffield.

Moved to Stocksbridge in 1842 to establish is own wire drawing business. This business developed in to the Stocksbridge Steelworks.

Married to Maria Radcliffe (b 20th June 1820 at Stannington, Sheffield). Had one Son, William Henry Fox (b. 1844) who never married.

In 1851 developed the "Paragon" umbrella frame, a U section of string steel that was far superior to its competitors. Development of the product continued until at least 1935. A similar product was used to make Crinoline frames from 1855.

Bought the Bradwell Grove Estate, Holwell, Oxfordshire in 1871

Died 25th February 1887 and was buried at the North Cliffe church (near Market Weighton).

His son and wife are buried at St. Mary the Virgin church, Holwell, Oxfordshire.