Frederic Thompson
Frederic Williams Thompson (October 31, 1873 – June 6, 1919) was an American architect, engineer, inventor, and showman known for creating amusement rides and one of the first large amusement parks.
Frederic Thompson | |
|---|---|
| Born | Frederic Williams Thompson October 31, 1873 Ironton, Ohio, US |
| Died | June 6, 1919 (aged 45) Manhattan, New York, US |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery in The Bronx, New York |
| Known for | showman, creator of large amusement parks |
| Notable work | Coney Island Luna Park |
| Spouse |
Mabel Taliaferro
(m. 1906; div. 1911)Selene Wheat Pilcher
(m. 1913) |
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