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George Owen Squier

1865-03-21 – 1934-03-24

Portrait of George Owen Squier
Major General George Owen Squier (1865-l934)Credit: United States Army images

Life & Legacy

George Owen Squier (March 21, 1865 – March 24, 1934) was an American general, scientist, and inventor best known for inventing and popularizing what today is called Muzak.

Occupation & Career

military officer, inventor, engineer

Education

Johns Hopkins University; United States Military Academy

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Legion of Honour; Elliott Cresson Medal; Franklin Medal; commander of the Order of the Crown of Italy‎; John Scott Award

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

commander of the Order of the Crown of Italy‎ · Elliott Cresson Medal · Franklin Medal · John Scott Award · Legion of Honour

Organizations & Memberships

American Philosophical Society · National Academy of Sciences

Education & Institutions

Johns Hopkins University · United States Military Academy

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5543082 — wikidata View source

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