Do you know about Frederick McKinley Jones? Self-taught engineer and inventor who revolutionized the refrigerated industry.
**Please note that the illustration of Frederick McKinley Jones was drawn by me, Jakia Fuller. Images of the inventions are patent sketches from Frederick Jones’ patent application, which can be found on the official United States Patent and Trademark Office website.**
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To learn more about Frederick McKinley Jones:
- Frederick McKinley Jones History | Thermo King
- Frederick McKinley Jones: The Black Genius Who Invented Portable Refrigeration (Unique Coloring)
- Meet The First African-American Winner of the National Medal of Technology
- Frederick McKinley Jones | Minnesota Science & Technology Hall of Fame
- How One Man’s Invention Changed Food Access World-Wide | USDA
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