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René Thury Scientist

René Thury (August 7, 1860 – April 23, 1938) was a Swiss pioneer in electrical engineering. He was known for his work with high voltage direct current electricity transmission and was known in the professional world as the "King of DC."

Personal facts

Birth date	August 07, 1860
Birth place	Geneva , Switzerland
Nationality	Switzerland
Date of death	April 23, 1938
Place of death	Geneva , Switzerland
Residence	Switzerland
Known for	High-voltage direct current

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