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Inventions by Black Inventors.

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Lonnie Johnson, NASA engineer, invented the Super Soaker. He made your childhood hot summers fun!
12 year old slave, Edmond Albius, invented the technique that made the vanilla industry possible. He revolutionized the cultivation of vanilla.

He made it possible for us to enjoy treats like Vanilla Ice Cream!
George Crum invented the Potato chips. Thanks to him, our mindless television watching became a bit more delicious!
George Washington Carver overcame slavery to achieve fame as a scientist, botanist, and educator. He invented over 300 uses for peanuts!
For all those who love baking, but want the task to be made easy as possible. Anna M. Mangin foresaw your needs. She invented the pastry fork in 1891!
Mary Beatrice Kenner changed the world of feminine care with the invention of the sanitary belt, the forerunner of sanitary pads.

Her creation was considered to be the first form of modern menstruation protection.
Joseph H. Smith invented the Lawn sprinkler.

Through his invention he saved ya'll many hours dragging long hoses across enormous lawns.
Garrett T Morgan invented the Gas Mask.
Matthew A. Cherry invented the tricycle.

Years later, it has evolved into a very useful mode of transportation, the bicycle!
Richard Spikes invented the automatic gear shift and the automatic brake system.
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