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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1624: Garrett Morgan
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points The episode is part of a series called The Engines of Our Ingenuity and is numbered 1624. Morgan is the subject of an episode about a Black American inventor.
Garrett A. Morgan is the subject of an episode about a Black American inventor. This episode discusses some of Morgan's notable inventions. Traffic lights, gas masks, and hair straighteners are among the inventions highlighted.
Further details about Morgan's life and work are available from the source. The episode is part of a series called The Engines of Our Ingenuity and is numbered 1624.
The episode provides thoughts on Morgan's inventions, including their significance and impact. For more information, listeners can refer to the episode itself.
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Category: News Published: September 4, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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