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"Birthplace of the Blower"

Connersville, Indiana
· Site of Roots Woolen Mill 1845~1875
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While attempting to improve water wheel power efficiency in 1854, Philander H. and Francis M. Roots invented the Roots Rotary Positive Blower Principle, now known throughout the world and still manufactured in Connersville.
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