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Thomas Edison 1847–1931Technology & InventionInventor and scientist whose research laboratory model and electrical innovations transformed modern life.

Eli Whitney 1765–1825Technology & InventionInventor of the cotton gin, which revolutionized Southern agriculture and had profound economic impacts.

Cyrus McCormick 1809–1884Technology & InventionInventor of the mechanical reaper that transformed agriculture and fed a growing nation.

Samuel Colt 1814–1862Technology & InventionIndustrialist who popularized the revolver and pioneered interchangeable parts in manufacturing.