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William Lyman

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American inventor (1821-1891)

United StatesScientistsLived 1821 to 1891 · aged 70
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William Worcester Lyman was an American inventor from Meriden, Connecticut. He is credited with inventing the first rotating wheel can opener.

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Rotary can opener of 1870 by William Lyman. A side view is added below the handleRotary can opener of 1870 by William Lyman. A side view is added below the handle

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
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Lived 1821 to 1891 · aged 70
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