Vickers

Vickers, founded as the Vickers Company in 1828, was a British manufacturer, primarily of military equipment. The name Vickers has lasted through until the 20th Century, albeit by a series of takeovers and mergers.

References

• Anon, Vickers, Sons and Maxim Limited: Their Works and Manufactures. (Reprinted from 'Engineering') London (1898).
• Scott, J.D. (1962). Vickers: A History. London: Weidenfield and Nicolson.

:A picture of the firm as it was at the end of the 19th century, including numerous plates of the factories and products.

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