Robert Watson-Watt

Sir Robert Alexander Watson-Watt (April 13, 1892–December 5, 1973) is considered, by many, the "inventor of radar".

Early years

Born in Brechin in the county of Angus, Scotland, he was a descendant of James Watt, the famous engineer and inventor of the practical steam engine.

Related Topics:
Brechin - Angus - Scotland - James Watt - Steam engine

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After attending public school in Brechin, he was accepted to University of Dundee (which was then part of the University of St Andrews). He graduated with a BSc in engineering in 1912, and was offered an assistantship by Professor William Peddie. It was Peddie who encouraged him to study radio, or "wireless telegraphy" as it was then known.

Related Topics:
University of Dundee - University of St Andrews - 1912

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