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Eugene Turpin, inventor of turpinite, WW1
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Eugene Turpin, inventor of turpinite, WW1
Eugene Turpin, French inventor and chemist who in 1884, first discovered melinite (picric acid) which produced the worlds first explosive shells. He later developed turpinite, used by the French against the Germans in 1914. According to reports, it had devastating effects, although the claim that it petrified the Germans where they stood sounds somewhat far-fetched. Date: 1914
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This portrait showcases Eugene Turpin, the visionary French chemist and inventor whose groundbreaking discoveries revolutionized the landscape of warfare during World War I. Born in 1849, Turpin is best known for his pioneering work in the field of explosives. In 1884, he made history by discovering melinite, or picric acid, which became the foundation for the world's first explosive shells. Fast forward to 1914, and Turpin's inventive spirit continued to shape the battlefield with the development of turpinite. This powerful new substance, reportedly based on picric acid, was employed by the French military against the Germans in the early stages of the war. Accounts of its impact are nothing short of dramatic, with some claiming that it had a petrifying effect on the German forces, leaving them immobile in their tracks. However, the veracity of such stories is debatable. What is indisputable, however, is the devastating impact turpinite had on the battlefield. Its use marked a significant turning point in the war, as both sides raced to develop even more advanced weaponry. Turpin's contributions to the field of chemistry and weaponry continue to echo through history, leaving a lasting legacy that transcends the boundaries of time.
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