John Gorrie
John B. Gorrie (October 3, 1803 – June 29, 1855) was a Nevisian-born American physician and scientist, credited as the inventor of mechanical refrigeration.
John Gorrie | |
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Statue of John Gorrie, National Statuary Hall Collection | |
| Born | October 3, 1803 Nevis |
| Died | June 29, 1855 (aged 52) Apalachicola, Florida, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Physician, scientist, inventor |
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