Garrett Morgan
Inventor of an early traffic signal and a safety hood for firefighters.
Their Story
Garrett Morgan was an African American inventor and businessman. He created an improved traffic signal with a warning position to help drivers stop safely, and he invented a safety hood that helped people breathe in smoke and fumes. His inventions were designed to protect people's lives.
Era
1900s
Field
Safety Engineering
Garrett Morgan
Inventor of an early traffic signal and a safety hood for firefighters.
Engineering · Safety Engineering · 1900s · Black Innovators
Their Story
Garrett Morgan was an African American inventor and businessman. He created an improved traffic signal with a warning position to help drivers stop safely, and he invented a safety hood that helped people breathe in smoke and fumes. His inventions were designed to protect people's lives.
Key Innovation
Invented an early three-position traffic signal and a smoke-protecting safety hood.
Why It Matters Today
Traffic lights and protective breathing gear keep people safe on roads and in emergencies every single day.
Learn More
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garrett_Morgan
Wilkinson STEM Education Foundation · 251 American Innovators · wilkinsonstemfoundation.org
