Garrett Morgan was an influential African American inventor best known for creating the three-position traffic signal, which improved road safety. He also invented a safety hood smoke protector, a precursor to the modern gas mask, which he demonstrated in a rescue operation during a tunnel explosion. Additionally, Morgan was a successful businessman and founded a newspaper, the Cleveland Call, which advocated for civil rights and social issues in the early 20th century. His contributions significantly impacted both safety technology and the African American community.
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