William Montgomerie
William Montgomerie was a Scottish physician and colonial administrator who made significant contributions to the field of telecommunication during the 19th century. His discovery of Gutta-percha, a waterproof material derived from a Southeast Asian tree, proved essential for insulating underwater telegraph cables, thereby enabling the expansion of global communication networks during the colonial era.
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William Montgomerie discovered a resin that could be used to insulate underwater cables.
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