About John Luick
Lived 1840 – 1938 (aged 97). John Luick was a businessperson.
Life and career
Luick was born in Niagara Falls, New York to German-born parents Jacob and Elizabeth Luick. They moved to Milwaukee when John was 11 years old. At age 12, he began to work for Henry Miller, a confectioner. In 1861, he enlisted in the Union Army during the American Civil War, but returned to Milwaukee three months later due to ill health. Making ice cream is what brought his fame. He is known for being the first person to sell "bricks" of ice cream that could be taken home. He also innovated new flavors of ice cream. including an ice cream shop and soda counter.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Luick?
Confectioner, American Civil War veteran
When was John Luick born?
John Luick was born on 5 April 1840 in Niagara Falls.
When did John Luick die?
John Luick died on 30 March 1938 in Milwaukee.
What was John Luick's occupation?
John Luick was a businessperson.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Luick. https://biography.guide/john-luick/
MLA: "John Luick." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-luick/.
Chicago: "John Luick." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-luick/.
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