Ocean Wave
Ocean Wave
| Type | Rotating ride Swinging Ride |
|---|---|
| Designer | Charles Albert Marshall |
| Vehicle Type | Boat (Gondola) |
| Number of Vehicles | 1 |
The Ocean Wave was a swinging ride at Olentangy Park. It was an amusement device that made to imitate the motion of a boat in the water.[1] Invented by Charles Albert Marshall of Tulsa, Oklahoma, the Ocean Wave was the precursor to modern Pirate Ship rides.[2] Although found on playgrounds, this ride often called a "witch's hat," this version appears to have been much bigger.
Injuries
In July 1909, Earl Sands, 14, suffered a badly crushed leg after his leg became caught beneath the platform. It took three stitches to close a gash in the leg below the knee.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Boy Injured at Buckeye Outing." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 19 July 1909. Pg. 2.
- ↑ "Benefits of Pirate Ship Amusement Park Rides." DINIS Carnival Rides. Retrieved 12 February 2022. https://jsparkrides.com/pirate-ship-amusement-rides/