Books by Edward C Kendall

John Deere's Steel Plow

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John Deere's Steel Plow

John Deere in 1837 invented a plow that could be used successfully in the sticky, root-filled soil of the prairie. It was called a steel plow. Actually, it appears that only the cutting edge, the share, on the first Deere plows was steel. The moldboard was smoothly ground wrought iron.Deere's invention succeeded because, as the durable steel share of the plow cut through the heavy earth, the sticky soil could find no place to cling on its polished surfaces. Show Excerpt of hard times, will be reduced from last year's prices. Grand Detour, Feb. 3, 1843. This raised two questions: Why, and for how long, was wrought iron used for the moldboards of the Deere plows? Of what material is the moldboard of the 1838 plow made? During the first few years, when production was very small, there were probably enough worn out mill saws available for the relatively few plows made. As production increased this source must have become inadequate. Ardrey gives the following figures for the production of plows by Deere and Andrus: [16] 1839, 10 plows; 1840, 40 plows; 1841, 75 plows; 1842, 100 plows; 1843, 400 plows. Ardrey states further that "by this time the difficulty of obtaining steel in the quantity and quality needed had become a serious obstacle in the way of further development." The statement, quoted above, that the moldboard was of wrought iron and the statistics on production of plows during the 1840's and 1850's belie Ardrey's claim that it was a serious obstacle, nor is ther

John Deere's Steel Plow

John Deere's Steel Plow

John Deere's Steel Plow by Edward C. Kendall.

John Deere's Steel Plow /

<p>Discover the story behind one of the most impactful inventions in American agricultural history in "John Deere's Steel Plow" by Edward C. Kendall. This meticulously researched biography delves into the life and work of John Deere, the American inventor who revolutionized farming in the 19th century. Explore the development and impact of the steel plow, a technological marvel that transformed agricultural practices and enabled the cultivation of the Midwest's rich prairies. Kendall's work provides a detailed account of Deere's contributions to agricultural technology and his legacy as a pioneering figure in American business. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of farming, innovation, and the ingenuity that shaped the nation.<br></p> <p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p> <p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p> <p>Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>