George Washington Gale Ferris Jr.

George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. was an American engineer best known for inventing the Ferris wheel. In 1893, he created the first large-scale, rotating observation wheel for the Chicago World's Columbian Exposition, offering visitors a novel way to see the city from above. Ferris’s design was a groundbreaking engineering achievement and set the standard for amusement rides worldwide. His work combined innovative engineering with entertainment, transforming the fair into a memorable experience. Ferris’s invention remains a symbol of engineering ingenuity and is still enjoyed today in various forms globally.