John William Lambert (January 29, 1860  May 20, 1952) was an American automobile manufacturer pioneer and inventor. He is the inventor of the first practical American gasoline automobile. In 1891, he built a working gasoline automobile and took it on the streets of Ohio City for experimental drives. He had over 600 patents.

Innovations and patents

Lambert had more than 600 inventions.

Later life and legacy Lambert died in Anderson, Indiana, on May 20, 1952.

Lambert Days is celebrated in Ohio City.

See also Buckeye Manufacturing Company Lambert Automobile Company Lambert automobile Lambert-Parent House Union automobile

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Further reading

External links Anderson Automobile History