Black First

I am starting Black History Month about 5 days early.  This thread is going to focus on Black Firsts, Inventors and Scientists. First up, Henry Brown who created the Safebox or strongbox. Prior to the invention, people often kept personal and valuable papers in simple wooden boxes in their homes or at local banks. These boxes provided no deterrent against burglars or bank … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Black Firsts, Inventors and Scientists