Inventors

U.S. #945 – One of the world’s most prolific inventors, Edison held 2,332 patents worldwide a record number that wasn’t surpassed until 2003.

October 6, 1889

Thomas Edison Tests his First Motion Picture

Adding to his impressive list of inventions, Thomas Edison played his first motion picture film on October 6, 1889.

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U.S. #892 – Howe went on to serve in the Civil War, using money he’d earned from his sewing machines to outfit his regiment. He also worked as the regiment’s postmaster, delivering war news.

September 10, 1846

Elias Howe Patents First Lockstitch Sewing Machine

After eight years of tinkering, Elias Howe was awarded the first U.S. patent for a practical lockstitch sewing machine on September 10, 1846.

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