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Black Inventors: The Hidden Figures Behind Everyday Objects

Black Discoveries celebrates brilliant Black inventors who have significantly shaped modern life with their innovations. Noteworthy figures include Frederick M. Jones, who held over 60 patents and revolutionized refrigeration; Charles Drew, who developed vital blood bank technologies; Sarah Boone, who transformed garment care with her patented ironing board; and Garrett Morgan, inventor of life-saving devices like the safety hood and traffic lights. These inventors are just a few among many who have left a lasting impact.