Industrial invention: Isambard Kingdom Brunel: railways and ships, 1833-59, A-Level History Teaching Resources & Student Activities

Industrial invention: Isambard Kingdom Brunel: railways and ships, 1833-59, A-Level Teaching Resources (16-18 Years). Can be used across examination board specifications. Perfect for classroom teaching or the homeschool environment.

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Isambard Kingdom Brunel: railways and ships, 1833-59 Resources

At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:

  • Discuss the role of Brunel in the construction of the Great Western Railway
  • Examine the design and engineering skills employed by Brunel in his bridges, stations, ships and pre-fabricated hospital for the Crimean War 
  • Analyse the impact of Brunel’s work for passenger travel and for goods transport and the significance of Brunel’s attempts to extend the GWR westwards to the USA

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