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Frederick Church

1878-01-01 – 1936-01-01

Life & Legacy

Frederick A. Church (1878–1936) was an American engineer and early roller coaster designer. He is most famous for his "Bobs" series of roller coasters that featured severe banking, steep drops, and nonstop action.

Occupation & Career

inventor

Education

Tufts University; Tufts University School of Engineering

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Tufts University · Tufts University School of Engineering

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5497538 — wikidata View source

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