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Ernst Werner

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Managing Real Estate Broker with Fathom Realty PB00068179

Ernst Werner was born in Lenthe, Kingdom of Hanover back in 1816 to Cristian and Eleonore. He finished public school but was unable to attend college so he chose to join the Prussian Military Academy’s School of Artillery and Engineering. After graduating he was thought of as a good soldier receiving many various medals.

When he was discharged he returned home where he set upon inventing a host of things. Without giving it away I’ll pull a Wayne Martin on you. He built the world’s first electric elevator in 1880, produced the tubes with which Wilhelm Rontgen investigated x-rays. He is considered as the father of the trolleybus among a few. Haven’t figured it out yet Wayne? LOL,

For you see he founded the Telegraphen-Bauanstalt von Siemens and Halske in 1847. That’s right I’m writing about Ernst Werner Siemens, in the United States alone he held 6 patents. Siemens AG is one of the largest electrotechnological firms in the world. His descendants still own 6% of the company shares which makes them the largest shareholder’s.  

Until tomorrow please keep a smile on your face, pass it on and you’ll receive one in return

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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, James Dray we have Ernst Werner to thank for repair of any electronic equipment that goes haywire!!!

Jul 22, 2018 04:35 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Wow...his creative mind had to be working overtime and what great benefits we have all received as a result !

Jul 22, 2018 05:17 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

"Ingenuity for Life"makes sense to me. Thank you James and Ernst Werner Siemens too!

Jul 22, 2018 05:33 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning James Dray,

Thank you for introducing us to Ernst Werner. Another innovator way before his time that made life so much easier for us!

Jul 22, 2018 05:45 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Soldier, engineer, inventor. Quite a man that has affected all of our lives. Thank you as usual James Dray 

Jul 22, 2018 05:45 AM
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Good morning James,

Another smart man and a great company.

Make yourself an astonishing day.

Jul 22, 2018 06:01 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning James. Thanks for the mention. By the way no clue until you gave it away! Enjoy your day and hit them straight today!

Jul 22, 2018 06:25 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I still don't know who he is, but I am sure I use plenty of his inventions, haha.  Keep it in the fairway today my friend!

Jul 22, 2018 07:17 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

James,

I knew about Siemens, but did not know about the founder.  They have since expanded into related fields, and I can see their buildings off the freeway, when I head to Los Angeles. A

Jul 22, 2018 07:49 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

James, Who would have thought that this is where the huge company Siemens was founded.

Jul 22, 2018 08:49 AM
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I doubt many companies exist that are older than Siemens. Quite the legacy.

Jul 22, 2018 10:26 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good afternoon James - There are so many electral devices that Siemens has had a hand in creating or perfecting.

Jul 22, 2018 11:55 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi James- wow, who hasn't heard of Siemens!!!  Hope you're set for a great week. 

Jul 22, 2018 04:27 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI James Dray - you know I am always amazed at the genius these inventors have. I always wonder how long would it have been before this or that would have been invented!

Jul 22, 2018 07:47 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

James Dray the title name and first few lines of the post drew me in to read..."Prussian Military Academy...as I am half Prussian. 

Another interesting piece of history - aren't we lucky that Ernst Werner was born?!!

Jul 22, 2018 08:40 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi James,
People with brains like Ernst boggle my mind.  I am way too simple minded.

Jul 23, 2018 04:35 AM
faye schubert
Retired - Branson, MO
Living the Branson Lake Life

Siemens.. great to know the founder of that company

Jul 23, 2018 05:26 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

James:

I certainly know Siemens but did not know any of the rest. Another impressive person who put his smarts to very good use!

Jeff

Jul 23, 2018 11:24 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Loved the background story I knew Siemens was a German Company but not the details, How about that another Military Man:)Endre

Jul 23, 2018 10:45 PM
James Dray

Stay tuned in, I have more to come

Jul 24, 2018 03:38 AM