January 4, 1863 4 wheeled roller skates are patented in the United States by James Plimpton of New York. Plimpton’s design was the first dry-land skate that could maneuver in a smooth curve and which allowed for turns and the ability to skate backwards. 4 Wheeled Skates Patented in US is original content of This Day in…

January 4, 1863 4 wheeled roller skates are patented in the United States by James Plimpton of New York. Plimpton’s design was the first dry-land skate that could maneuver in a smooth curve and which allowed for turns and the ability to skate backwards. 4 Wheeled Skates Patented in US is original content of This Day in…