Walter Frederick Morrison
Inventor of the Frisbee
Born
January 23rd, 1920
105 years ago
Died
February 9th, 2010
15 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An American businessman invented the flying disc toy known as the Frisbee in the 1940s. Initially created as a cake pan, it became popular when its design was refined for recreational use. The toy gained widespread popularity in the 1960s, leading to the establishment of the Frisbee brand and various games associated with it. Morrison's invention has become a staple of outdoor play and has inspired numerous competitions and events around the world. The manufacturing and marketing of the Frisbee transformed the toy industry and created a new category of play.
Invented the Frisbee in the 1940s
Refined the design for recreational use
Popularized the flying disc toy
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