Brunel

American

[broo-nel] / bruˈnɛl /

noun

Isambard Kingdom 1806–59, English civil engineer and naval architect.
his father Sir Marc Isambard, 1769–1849, English civil engineer, born in France: chief engineer of New York City 1793–99.

Brunel British

/ bruːˈnɛl /

noun

Isambard Kingdom (ˈɪzəmˌbɑːd). 1806–59, English engineer: designer of the Clifton Suspension Bridge (1828), many railway lines, tunnels, bridges, etc, and the steamships Great Western (1838), Great Britain (1845), and Great Eastern (1858)
his father, Sir Marc Isambard . 1769–1849, French engineer in England

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Another Brazilian woman, whom we are calling Ana to protect her identity, says that Brunel and his modelling business were instrumental in facilitating her relationship with Epstein.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Epstein had provided financial backing when Brunel set up MC2 in the US.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Gláucia's mother was suspicious of Brunel, but he seemed "very charming" and eventually she agreed her daughter could go to Ecuador without her.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Ana's account, corroborated by documents reviewed by the BBC and cross-checked against US Department of Justice records, shows how Brunel helped to arrange US visas for Brazilians.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Brunel surrounded the Prince Eugène Barracks, held by the 120th of the line.

From History of the Commune of 1871 by Lissagary, P.

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