H. H. Windsor

H. H. Windsor

  • Full Name: Henry Haven Windsor (sometimes referred to as Henry Haven Windsor, Jr.)
  • Lived: 1859 - 1924 (approximately 64 years old)
  • Occupation: American writer, magazine editor, and publisher

Key Achievements:

  • Founder and First Editor of Popular Mechanics: H. H. Windsor is best known for founding Popular Mechanics magazine in 1893. The magazine focused on scientific discoveries, inventions, and practical how-to guides for a general audience. His leadership established Popular Mechanics as a prominent publication in the field.
  • Published Cartoons Magazine: In addition to Popular Mechanics, Windsor also published Cartoons Magazine from 1912 to 1922. This suggests an interest in humor and satire alongside his focus on science and technology.

Uncertainties:

  • Limited Biographical Information: Unfortunately, there is not a lot of readily available biographical information about H. H. Windsor beyond his career highlights. Details about his personal life, education, or other endeavors are scarce.
  • Potential Confusion with Son: There might be some confusion because his son, Henry Haven Windsor Jr. (1898-1965), also seems to have been involved with Popular Mechanics at some point. It's important to distinguish between the two based on birth and death years when possible.
Found 3 books in total
The Boy Mechanic, Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do
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Mission Furniture How to Make It, Part 3
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Mission Furniture How to Make It, Part 1
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