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Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French inventor. Jacquard, inventor of the punched card loom
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Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French inventor. Jacquard, inventor of the punched card loom
Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French inventor. Jacquard, inventor of the punched card loom (1801-1808), was attacked by the silk weavers of Lyon, who were afraid his loom would put them out of work. From Le Voleur. (Paris, 27 August 1880). Engraving
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1880 Afraid Attacked August Card Industrial Inventor Loom Lyon Mechanisation Paris Revolution Silk Textile Voleur Weavers Weaving Work Jacquard Joseph Marie Punched
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This print captures the essence of Joseph-Marie Jacquard, a brilliant French inventor whose groundbreaking creation revolutionized the textile industry. Known as the inventor of the punched card loom, Jacquard's ingenuity posed a threat to Lyon's silk weavers in 1801-1808. In this engraving from Le Voleur dated August 27,1880, we witness an intense moment in history when fear and resistance clashed with innovation. The silk weavers of Lyon were gripped by anxiety as they believed that Jacquard's mechanical loom would render their craftsmanship obsolete. Fearing unemployment and loss of livelihoods, they launched an attack against him. The image portrays both the industrial progress brought about by mechanization and the social upheaval it caused during that era. It serves as a reminder of how technological advancements can disrupt traditional practices and ignite tensions within communities. Joseph-Marie Jacquard stands tall amidst this turmoil, his determination evident on his face despite facing opposition from those he sought to empower through automation. His invention paved the way for modern weaving techniques and laid a foundation for future developments in computer programming. As we delve into this historical snapshot captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), let us reflect on how innovation can be met with resistance but ultimately shapes our world for the better.
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