John A. Miller
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Not to be confused with John A. Millar.
John A. Miller (born August John Mueller; 1872 – June 24, 1941) was an American roller coaster designer and builder, inventor, and businessman. Miller patented over 100 key roller coaster components,[1] and is widely considered the "father of the modern high-speed roller coaster."[2] During his lifetime, he participated in the design of approximately 150 coasters[3] and was a key business partner and mentor to other well-known roller coaster designers, Harry C. Baker and John C. Allen.
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Born | August John Mueller 1872 (1872)[1] Homewood, Illinois, U.S. |
Died | June 24, 1941(1941-06-24) (aged 68–69) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Occupation | Roller coaster engineer |
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