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Norbert Rillieux, Black Inventor

Norbert Rillieux (1806-1894)
Norbert Rillieux (1806-1894)

On October 8th, 1894, Norbert Rillieux joined the ancestors (Mar 17, 1806 - Oct 8, 1894): Louisiana Creole inventor, chemical engineer, noted for his pioneering invention of the multiple-effect evaporator. This invention was an important development in the growth of the sugar industry. #NorbertRillieux #ChemicalEngineer #SugarEvaporator

Note: Courtesy of Jazz the Professor: @Jazzieeiswhoiam

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