Author(s): Willi H. Hager

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Abstract: The founder of experimental river engineering, the Frenchman Louis Fargue (1827-1910) conducted experiments in the last thirty years of the 19th century. His name - not being associated with any formula or any effect - is currently almost forgotten. The purpose of the present work is to highlight French hydraulics of the 19th century in general, and the contribution to its fame by Fargue in particular. His main papers are reviewed from present day knowledge after having given an overview of the environment in which he grew. These results are then discussed and a biography outlines the main stations of Fargue's life.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/00221680309499967

Year: 2003