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Sunday, May 17, 2026

Celebrating 250 Years of American Innovation Through Inventors’ Stories

The USPTO highlights key inventors whose breakthroughs shaped the nation’s progress since independence

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As the United States marks 250 years of independence, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) commemorates the nation’s inventive spirit by showcasing stories of inventors and entrepreneurs who transformed American life. From pioneering safety improvements in river travel to contributions that aided hist…
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