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John Wilkinson's Iron Empire
- John Iron Mad Wilkinson invented a machine to bore cannon barrels improving mass production.
- He and his brother profited greatly by supplying British and French militaries during wars.
Iron Innovations Beyond Military
- Wilkinson built the first large iron boat and supplied iron pipes for Paris' water system.
- These projects pushed iron use beyond military to public infrastructure despite political challenges.
Iron Coffin and Epitaph
- Wilkinson planned his iron coffin and wrote an epitaph touting his iron work.
- The coffin was heavy and impractical, leading to comic mishaps at his burial.