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Hubert Cecil Booth Facts || Vacuum Cleaner Inventor

Born in 19th century England , Hubert Cecil Booth got educated at Gloucester College and Gloucester County School. He was the inventor of first powered vacuum cleaner, which changed the life of millions in upcoming century. Here are some common and uncommon facts about Hubert Cecil Booth.
Hubert Cecil Booth Facts





Hubert Cecil Booth Facts 


 * He also desgined Ferris Wheel and Suspension Bridges.

* He turned down the Knighthood.

* He initally tried to sell his cleaning services rather than the vacuum cleaner device.

* When cleaning the royal mint, upon leaving he was arrested as his machine had collected a massive amount of silver dust from the coins and he had forgotten to empty it. He was however quickly released.


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