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Jan Matzeliger: The Lasting Machine This is the story about an African American inventor who revolutionized the shoe industry. Jan E. Matzeliger was the inventor of a machine that could duplicate the movements of the human hand in making shoes. Matzeliger's lasting machine has stood the test of time, and his principles for design are still used today.
Color, 5 Minutes |
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Lewis Temple: The Hunting Of The Whale
This is an exciting presentation about the contribution of an African American, Lewis Temple, during the first half of the 19th century. This period was the highlight of the golden age of whaling, and was an exciting time for the world's whaling craft. There was a need in the industry for a reliable harpoon. Temple designed a new type of harpoon, the Temple Targgle Iron. Temple's harpoon had a tremendous effect on whaling and greatly decreased the number of whales lost during whale hunts.
Color, 5 Minutes, $35.00 |
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FROM DREAMS TO REALITY:
A Tribute To Multicultural Inventors What do a subway's third rail, a traffic signal, a gas mask, bleach, and the process for preserving blood have in common? Narrator Ossie Davis shows these and other contributions to American science, technology and medicine made by African Americans, Native Americans, Latino and Asian American inventors. This upbeat tribute to these inventors will motivate all students to consider scientific and technical courses as preparation for careers in science and technology.
28 Minutes, Color, 1986 |
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