Henri de Dion

Earl Henri de Dion (born near Montfort-l'Amaury on December 23, 1828; died in Paris on April 13, 1878) was a French engineer of École Centrale Paris. His work helped in the construction of the Eiffel Tower. For his contributions to its construction, de Dion was honored by being listed as one of the 72 names on the Eiffel Tower.[1]

References

  1. The 72 scientists Eiffel Tour, retrieved May 17, 2008