John Fritz
John Fritz | |
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| Born | John F. Fritz August 21, 1822 |
| Died | February 13, 1913 (aged 90) Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Awards | John Fritz Gold Medal Bessemer Gold Medal Elliott Cresson Gold Medal |
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John F. Fritz (August 21, 1822 – February 13, 1913) was an American pioneer of iron and steel technology who has been referred to as the "Father of the U.S. Steel Industry". To celebrate his 80th birthday the John Fritz Medal was established in 1902, with Fritz himself being the first recipient.