Joseph Priestley, Catalyst of the Enlightenment
Posted by Sharon Silverman on Nov 26, 2013 in | Comments Off on Joseph Priestley, Catalyst of the Enlightenment When Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) is remembered today, it’s usually for his 1774 discovery, in England, of oxygen. Few know he was a noted theologian, political progressive, and prolific author whose scientific contributions include the development of the carbonation process, the identification of carbon monoxide, and early experiments in electricity. He counted Benjamin Franklin, Thomas...read more