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Great article on the history of the legendary The Cyclone Rollercoaster.

CONEY ISLAND - September 1st, 2011

From History House Photos
Great article on the history of the legendary The Cyclone Rollercoaster.


Few roller coasters have achieved the legendary status that the Coney Island Cyclone has. Through good and bad times this roller coaster has weathered the storm and is still around to thrill a new generation of New Yorkers that flock to this amazing coaster. The Cyclone in many ways embodies the stereotypical Brooklynite: it is very rough and tumble and can recall the “good old days”. But, this ferocious coaster has a soft side. The story behind America’s most famous coaster is nothing short of awe-inspiring and serves as a constant reminder that, as George Tilyou said, “Coney Island, between June and September, is the world.”

Check-out the entire story on the History House Photos website »

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