Sandford Fleming
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Discover how missing a train in Ireland, led to Sandford Fleming developing international time zones to standardize time. He was a man of many talents and could also add engineer, surveyor, scientist and draftsman to his many titles. A great feat in engineering itself, The Canadian Pacific Railway was established under his direction. A tireless seeker of knowledge, he held office on many boards and within many institutions and had a major effect and influence over education, via these channels.
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Louis Braille
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