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Popular As | John Gorrie |
Occupation | Inventor |
Age | years old |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Born | October 3, 1803 (United States) |
Birthday | October 3 |
Town/City | United States |
Nationality | United States |
John Gorrie’s zodiac sign is Libra. According to astrologers, People born under the sign of Libra are peaceful, fair, and they hate being alone. Partnership is very important for them, as their mirror and someone giving them the ability to be the mirror themselves. These individuals are fascinated by balance and symmetry, they are in a constant chase for justice and equality, realizing through life that the only thing that should be truly important to themselves in their own inner core of personality. This is someone ready to do nearly anything to avoid conflict, keeping the peace whenever possible
John Gorrie was born in the Year of the Pig. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Pig are extremely nice, good-mannered and tasteful. They’re perfectionists who enjoy finer things but are not perceived as snobs. They enjoy helping others and are good companions until someone close crosses them, then look out! They’re intelligent, always seeking more knowledge, and exclusive. Compatible with Rabbit or Goat.
Scientist and inventor who was responsible for creating air conditioning and refrigeration. Unfortunately, he didn't make any money from his revolutionary inventions and he died impoverished.
He received his medical degree from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of the Western District of New York before moving to Apalachicola, Florida, to open up a practice.
He patented a product in 1851 for a machine to make ice, which is now held at the Smithsonian Institute.
He grew up in South Carolina.
He was influenced by Samuel Morse.