James Starley

Inventor

1831 – 1881

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Who was James Starley?

James Starley was an English inventor and father of the bicycle industry. He was one of the most innovative and successful builders of bicycles and tricycles. His inventions include the differential gear and the perfection of chain-driven bicycles.

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Born
Apr 21, 1831
Albourne
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Lived in
  • Albourne
Died
Jun 17, 1881
Coventry

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on July 23, 2013

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