Lewis Latimer was an African American inventor and draftsman who played a crucial role in the development of the electric light bulb by improving the carbon filament, making bulbs more practical and affordable. He worked with prominent inventors like Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison, contributing to major technological advancements. Despite facing racial barriers, Latimer became a respected member of the Edison Pioneers and left a lasting legacy in engineering and innovation. | Black Exce

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