George W. Ferris

George W. Ferris was an American engineer and inventor best known for creating the Ferris Wheel, a large observation wheel that debuted at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. His design provided a landmark attraction, offering panoramic views and entertainment to millions. Ferris's innovative engineering skills helped make the wheel both a spectacle and a symbol of technological progress during that era. His work demonstrated how engineering ingenuity could combine function, entertainment, and aesthetic appeal, leaving a lasting influence on amusement rides and engineering design worldwide.