17 American Inventions That Shifted the Course of

17 American Inventions That Shifted the Course of History
Story by Jane Andrews

17 American Inventions That Shifted the Course of History
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From altering how we communicate to revolutionizing our workspaces, these inventions have had a huge impact on our lives. Even if you’re not familiar with all of them, their presence in our modern world is hard to ignore. How many do you know?

The Light Bulb
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When Thomas Edison invented the first commercially viable electric light bulb in 1879, he illuminated the future. Not only did this invention revolutionize home life, but it also spurred industrial advancement, making 24-hour operations possible.

The Airplane
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Thanks to the Wright brothers, human flight became a reality in 1903. This groundbreaking invention not only reshaped travel, but it also had profound military, economic, and cultural implications worldwide.


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