J. Walter Christie
John Walter Christie (May 6, 1865 – January 11, 1944) was an American engineer and inventor. He is known best for developing the Christie suspension system used for several World War II-era tank designs, most notably the Soviet BT and T-34 tanks series, and the United Kingdom Covenanter and Crusader Cruiser tanks, as well as the Comet heavy cruiser tank.
John Walter Christie | |
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John Walter Christie, circa 1914. | |
| Born | May 6, 1865 Campbell-Christie House New Milford, New Jersey |
| Died | January 11, 1944 (aged 78) |
| Nationality | American |
| Known for | Christie suspension, front wheel drive, BT Tank |
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