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Matthew Boulton
Birmingham-born Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) was one of the most famous industrialists of his age whose Soho Works was the largest factory in the world. His partnership with James Watt to manufacture steam engines created wealth and with others he was a pioneer of the engineering industry. Boulton is also recognised for his production of highly prized gold and silver objects, the establishing of Birmingham Assay Office, the development of modern minting of coins and his prominence.
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Matthew Boulton and the Soho Enterprises
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