When was the Roller Skates invented?

The Roller Skates was invented in 1760 by John Joseph Merlin in Belgium.

Shoes or attachable frames fitted with small wheels for gliding across flat surfaces.

Year invented1760
InventorJohn Joseph Merlin
CountryBelgium
Region at the timeSouthern Netherlands
CategoryTransport

Who invented the Roller Skates?

John Joseph Merlin invented the Roller Skates in 1760 in Belgium.

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