William Henry James was an English "gentleman of superior mechanical talents."[1]
In 1824, he patented a road steam carriage and built one in 1824 - 1825. in 1829, he built a three-ton machine that carried 15 passengers.
See: Grace's Guide to British Industrial History for more information on W. H. James.
This image of The William H. James Steam Carriage appeared in The Motor World of June 28, 1900, page 521. It preceeded an article on the Locomobile Seam Car.
This modern postcard illustrates The William H. James Steam Carriage of 1829.
This Scottish stamp is one of a series of Land Speed Record vehicles. The James is said to have moved at 2 miles per hours.
This English cigarette card illustrates the W. H. James Steam Road Carriage of 1828.
