Inventor H.H. Reynolds was granted U.S. Patent No. 275,271 for a Window Ventilator for Railroad Cars. This innovative design improved airflow and passenger comfort in railcars during a time when rail travel was rapidly expanding across the United States. Reynolds’ contribution reflects the often-overlooked role of Black inventors in shaping transportation infrastructure during the 19th century.
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