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July 20, 1923

Garrett Morgan Patents Traffic Signal

Inventor Garrett Morgan received a patent for the three-position traffic signal.

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December 4, 1877

Garrett Morgan Born

Garrett Morgan, inventor of the traffic signal and gas mask, was born in Paris, Kentucky.

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September 24, 1923

Garrett Morgan Invents Traffic Signal

Garrett Morgan patented the three-position traffic signal, improving road safety worldwide.

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