George Stephenson Quotes

United Kingdom, Civil Engineer
June 9, 1781 – August, 12, 1848.

George Stephenson was an English civil engineer and mechanical engineer. Renowned as the "Father of Railways", Stephenson was considered by the Victorians a great example of diligent application and thirst for improvement. Self-help advocate Samuel Smiles particularly praised his achievements. His chosen rail gauge, sometimes called 'Stephenson gauge', was the basis for the 4 feet 8

Where combination is possible, competition is impossible.

George Stephenson
The principles upon which a safety lamp might be constructed I stated to several persons long before Sir Humphrey Davy came into this part of the country.

George Stephenson

As regards railways, it is certain that nothing is so profitable, because nothing is so cheaply transported, as passenger traffic. Goods traffic, of whatsoever description, must be more or less costly. Every article conveyed by railway requires handling and conveyance beyond the limit of the railway stations; but passengers take care of themselves, and find their own way.

George Stephenson
To tell you the truth although it would put £500 in my pockets to specify my own patent rails, I cannot do so after the experience I have had.

George Stephenson
- Experience
- Pockets
- Rails
I am glad to learn that the Parliament Bill has been passed for the Darlington Railway.

George Stephenson
- Bill
- Passed
- Railway
I am much obliged by the favorable sentiments you express towards me, and shall be happy if I can be of service in carrying into execution your plans.

George Stephenson
The rage for railroads is so great that many will be laid in parts where they will not pay.

George Stephenson
- Pay
- Parts
- Railroads