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Joseph Henry
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Joseph Henry was the grandson of Scottish immigrants and a self-made man who became a prominent scientist. The unit of electromagnetic induction is named the “henry” after him. In 1846, in recognition of his abilities as a scientist, professor, and leader, he was chosen to be the first secretary and director of the Smithsonian Institution. This plaster bust was cast from a full-size bronze in the Library of Congress. The larger statue is one of sixteen that encircle the rotunda, symbolizing different elements of human achievement. Henry represents man’s accomplishments in science.
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Credit lineJoseph Henry. ca. 1911. Herbert Adams, born Concord, VT 1858-died New York City 1945. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum acquisition. CC0.
