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Josephine Cochrane

American inventor (1839-1913) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 74

Josephine Cochran was an American inventor who invented and manufactured the first successful hand-powered dishwasher.

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National Inventors Hall of Fame2006

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1839 to 1913 · aged 74