Romuald Božek
1814–1899 (age 85)
Biography
Romuald Božek, a machinist by trade, spent his life advancing the mechanical arts through both skilled workmanship and encouragement of innovation. Born in 1814, he witnessed vast industrial change and helped usher in new methods with patience and care.
Božek’s hands brought machinery to life, and his example showed younger artisans how precision could be paired with humility. His influence endured at Olšany Cemetery, where he rests among many who shaped the age.