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1864 - Birth of George Washington Carver

George Washington Carver, a pioneering Black scientist, inventor, and agricultural chemist, was born into slavery in Diamond, Missouri. He became renowned for his innovative work in agricultural science, particularly in promoting crop rotation and developing hundreds of products from peanuts, sweet potatoes, and other crops. His contributions significantly improved the livelihoods of Southern farmers and advanced sustainable farming practices.

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