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Holman Brothers

English mining equipment manufacturer

Holman Brothers Ltd. was an English mining equipment manufacturer founded in 1801 based in Camborne. Holman was Camborne's, and indeed Cornwall's largest manufacturer of industrial equipment. Holman played a part in World War II making the Polish designed 20mm Polsten gun, similar to the Oerlikon but simpler to build and use.2 It ceased to exist in 1968.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1801Founded1
  • HeadquartersCamborne1

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Holman Brothers Ltd. was an English mining equipment manufacturer founded in 1801 based in Camborne.2

Timeline

  1. 1968Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1801Founded Founded1

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