George speck holding potato chips.

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George Crum

Saratoga, New York | 1819-1918

George Crum (Speck) invented potato chips. In frustration upon a request George Crum (Speck) sliced the potatoes as thinly possible and fried them. Now potato chips are one of the most popular snacks in the world.

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