Award
National Medal of Technology and Innovation
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Frederick McKinley Jones
1893-05-17 – 1961-02-21
Life & Legacy
Frederick McKinley Jones (May 17, 1893 – February 21, 1961) was an American inventor, entrepreneur, engineer, winner of the National Medal of Technology, and an inductee of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. He innovated mobile refrigeration technology. Jones received 61 patents, including 40 for refrigeration technology, and also revolutionized the cinema industry by creating a superior sound system for projectors at the time. Jones co-founded Thermo King and also served as a sergeant in World War I. Due to his contributions to refrigeration technology, Jones is called the "Father of Refrigerated Transportation", and the "King of Cool".
Occupation & Career
inventor
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
National Medal of Technology and Innovation; National Inventors Hall of Fame
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
National Inventors Hall of Fame · National Medal of Technology and Innovation
Verified Legacy Record
Award
National Inventors Hall of Fame
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Sources & Provenance
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