The professional institution for civil engineers, with members in the UK and many other countries. Founded by Henry Robinson Palmer, James Jones and Joshua Field. Its first president was Thomas Telford.
A professional body committed to supporting and promoting professional learning, managing professional ethics, safeguarding the status of engineers and representing the interests of the profession in its dealings with outside organisations.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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