A 19th-Century Mathematician Finally Proves Himself : NPR

A 19th-Century Mathematician Finally Proves Himself : NPR

Interesting article/radio segment about Lord Babbage's Difference Engine. If it came to pass, instead of being scrapped by the British Government, Victorian England could have had itself an Information Age. Ada Lovelace, daughter of Lord Byron, recognized the genius of Babbage's work and helped put his ideas down in writing.
Worth taking 5 minutes out to listen to. Great photos as well.