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Garrett Morgan was an African American inventor and entrepreneur, best known for inventing the three-position traffic signal and a smoke hood, an early version of the gas mask. Born on March 4, 1877, in Paris, Kentucky, he faced significant racial barriers in his pursuits but achieved success through his innovative work. Morgan also founded a newspaper, the Cleveland Call, which focused on issues affecting the African American community. He was a key figure in advocating for safety and public welfare, significantly impacting traffic management and emergency response.

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