Joseph Henry

Who was Joseph Henry? Biography, breakthroughs, IQ analysis, and intellectual legacy — curated by Geniuses.club's editors.

• Born: 1797-12-17
• Died: 1878
• Birthplace: Albany, New York, U.S.

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