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The Story Of Sarah E. Goode

The Story Of Sarah E. Goode

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Sarah E. Goode was one of the first African American women to receive a U.S. patent. Born into slavery around 1855, she later gained her freedom and became a successful businesswoman in Chicago.

She is best known for inventing a folding cabinet bed in 1885. This space-saving design allowed a bed to be folded up into a desk or cabinet, making it especially useful for people living in small apartments.

Her invention helped improve urban living and showed how practical design could solve everyday problems.

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