George Ferris facts for kids
George Ferris is a name shared by several notable people. When you see the name George Ferris, it could be talking about one of these individuals:
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Famous People Named George Ferris
George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr.
George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. (born in 1859, died in 1896) was an American inventor. He is most famous for creating the original Ferris wheel. This giant rotating ride was first shown at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. It quickly became a popular attraction.
The Invention of the Ferris Wheel
The Ferris wheel was designed as a landmark for the Chicago World's Fair. It was meant to be America's answer to the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Ferris's wheel was a huge engineering feat for its time. It could carry many people high into the air, offering amazing views.
How the Ferris Wheel Works
A Ferris wheel is a large rotating upright wheel. It has multiple passenger cars or cabins attached to its rim. These cabins hang by gravity, keeping them upright as the wheel turns. Passengers get on and off at the bottom of the wheel.
Other Notable George Ferrises
- George Ferris (born in 1964) was a cricketer. He played for teams like the Leeward Islands and Leicestershire.
- George Ashmead Ferris (born in 1859, died in 1958) was an American architect. Architects design buildings and other structures.
- George M. Ferris (born in 1893, died in 1992) was an American investment banker. He was also known for his charity work.
- George M. Ferris, Jr. (born in 1927, died in 2008) was also an American investment banker and philanthropist. He continued his father's work in finance and charity.
