John Fritz, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John Fritz

American engineer

Date of Birth: 21-Aug-1822

Place of Birth: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Death: 13-Feb-1913

Profession: inventor, metallurgist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

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.