Home / Scientists and Inventors / William Stanley William Stanley 1829 – 1909 Scientists and Inventors Scientists and Inventors Biography William Stanley (1829–1909) was an English inventor. Born February 2, 1829 in Islington. Died August 14, 1909 in South Norwood. AD ✝ LEGENDS AT REST Every legend has a story. Every story has a resting place. Explore the Legends at Rest books and profiles. Explore Legends at Rest → More Images Related Graves More scientists and inventors → Guido of Arezzo 992 – 1050 Scientists and Inventors Kai Siegbahn 1918 – 2007 Uppsala Old Cemetery Educators Philip Morrison 1915 – 2005 Authors and Writers Dave Smith 1950 – 2022 Business Magnates