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John L. Grove
John L. Grove | |
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| Born | John Landis Grove (1921-01-26)January 26, 1921 Antrim Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | June 16, 2003(2003-06-16) (aged 82) Greencastle, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Inventor, industrialist and philanthropist |
| Known for | Developed the hydraulic crane and access lift industries |
| Spouse | Cora Isabelle (Wagner) Grove (1918-2005, m.
1943) |
| Parent(s) | John Franklin Grove (1890-1986) and Almeda (Landis) Grove (1891-1964) |
John Landis Grove (January 26, 1921 – June 16, 2003) was an American inventor, industrialist and philanthropist.[1] He became known, primarily, for developing the hydraulic crane and access lift industries.[2][3][4]
Described as "the Babe Ruth of his industry," Grove was quoted as saying, "Don't allow wealth to stop your caring for others."[5]
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