Bruce Mapes (August 16, 1901–February 18, 1961) was an American

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from the early 1900s. In 1913, the jump now known today as the

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became known by his last name, but it is not known for certain if he was the inventor. In 1920, Mapes invented the toe loop, which is now called a Mapes in artistic roller skating. Later he was a lighting director for NBC in New York City and resided in Fair Haven, New Jersey at the time of his death."BRUCE MAPES SR., DIES; Former Professional Skater With 'Ice Follies' Was 59", '' The New York Times'', February 20, 1961.

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1901 births 1961 deaths American male single skaters People from Fair Haven, New Jersey {{US-figure-skating-bio-stub