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Bookmark or Share- The Brief History of the Ferris Wheel | SmithsonianMore than 100,000 parts went into Ferris’ wheel, notably an 89,320-pound axle that had to be hoisted onto two towers 140 feet in the air. Launched on June 21, 1893, it was a glorious success.
- Ferris wheel | Definition, History, & Facts | BritannicaFerris wheel, popular amusement ride that typically consists of several seats, or cars, that rotate around a large axis. The Ferris wheel was invented by engineer George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr., for the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, which took place in Chicago.
- Here’s the history of the Ferris Wheel - Click AmericanaThis grand spectacle, the Ferris Wheel, is an iconic symbol of fun, frolic, and fright, providing a panoramic view of the landscape with each towering rotation. But how did the invention of the Ferris Wheel come to be? Who invented the Ferris Wheel?
- The Big Wheel - JSTOR DailyAt 250 feet in diameter, it was “the biggest wheel on earth.” Visitors loved the thrill of being lifted up to obtain a view of the midway. The Vienna Riesenrad (built 1897) is the oldest Ferris wheel in operation, having been repaired after damage in the Second World War.
- 10 Largest Ferris Wheels in the WorldThe taller the Ferris Wheel, the better the view–so just how tall can these giant wheels get? Today we’ll be looking at 10 of the largest Ferris Wheels in the world, and learning about what sets each one apart from the rest.
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