Gilbert Roberts

Sir Gilbert Roberts (18 February 1899 – 1 January 1978) was a British civil engineer who designed many famous bridges worldwide.

[1] He then went to Gresham College to study engineering but on the outbreak of WWI he joined the Royal Flying Corps.

Roberts was also the designer of the ill-fated West Gate Bridge in Melbourne which collapsed on October 15, 1970, killing 35 workers and injuring 18 others.

[2] His application citation read: "Distinguished for his contributions to civil engineering by advancing the design of structures, particularly long span bridges.

Radio Telescope, High Marnham Power Station, the Dome of Discovery at the Festival of Britain Exhibition, crane structures including 500 tons goliath crane for Babcock & Wilcox."