Birthdate: May 2, 1844
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Colchester, Ontario, Canada
Died: October 10, 1929
Elijah J. McCoy, a Canadian-American engineer of African-American descent, gained renown for revolutionizing engine technology through his invention of lubrication systems for steam engines. His innovative work significantly advanced the industrial sector, earning him recognition from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. In 2012, the office honored McCoy by naming its first regional office in Detroit, Michigan, after him as a tribute to his remarkable achievements in engineering.
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