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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:Ferris_wheel
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gptkbp:academic_programs
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Pioneering design
Bicycle wheel design
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gptkbp:associated_with
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Chicago's history
Engineering marvels
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gptkbp:attraction_type
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Observation wheel
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gptkbp:carnival_attraction
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gptkb:Yes
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gptkbp:closed
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1906
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gptkbp:completed
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1893
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gptkbp:constructed_in
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gptkb:World's_Columbian_Exposition
Pittsburgh Bridge Company
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gptkbp:construction_started
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1892
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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Symbol of innovation
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gptkbp:defeated
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1906
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gptkbp:design_influence
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Giant wheels
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gptkbp:designed_by
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gptkb:George_Washington_Gale_Ferris_Jr.
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gptkbp:diameter
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250 feet
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gptkbp:engine_type
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gptkb:36
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gptkbp:exhibited_at
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gptkb:World's_Columbian_Exposition
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gptkbp:featured_in
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gptkb:travel_literature
Historical exhibitions
World's fairs
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gptkbp:film_appearance
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Various documentaries
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gptkbp:height
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264 feet
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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gptkb:cultural_landmark
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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The World's first Ferris Wheel
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gptkbp:influenced
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Tourist attractions
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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gptkb:Industrial_Revolution
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gptkbp:inspired
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Cultural references
Architectural designs
Modern amusement rides
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gptkbp:inspired_by
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gptkb:London_Eye
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gptkbp:is_celebrated_in
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Anniversaries
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gptkbp:is_funded_by
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World's Columbian Exposition Committee
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gptkbp:legacy
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Inspiration for future Ferris wheels
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Chicago
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gptkbp:notable_event
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gptkb:Opening_ceremony
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gptkbp:open_to_public
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June 21, 1893
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gptkbp:operates_in
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1906
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gptkbp:operational_period
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20 minutes
13 years
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gptkbp:passenger_capacity
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60 people
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gptkbp:preserved_by
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A historical icon
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gptkbp:public_reaction
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Highly popular
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gptkbp:replaced_by
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Larger Ferris wheels
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gptkbp:service
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gptkb:Yes
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gptkbp:significance
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First large-scale wheel of its kind
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gptkbp:start_date
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May 1, 1893
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gptkbp:symbolizes
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American ingenuity
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gptkbp:viewing_platform
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Chicago skyline
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gptkbp:weight
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2,100 tons
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:World's_Columbian_Exposition
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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