Birthdate: April 21, 1830
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Albourne, England
Died: June 17, 1881
James Starley, a pioneering English inventor, is widely recognized as the father of the bicycle industry. Throughout his professional career, he demonstrated remarkable innovation and success in designing and constructing bicycles and tricycles. Starley’s contributions to the industry were substantial, including inventions like the differential gear, bicycle chain drive, and the penny-farthing. His work revolutionized transportation and played a key role in shaping modern bicycle design, cementing his legacy as a highly influential figure in cycling history.
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