Did Black Women Invent Anything? Yes!
It’s been said that need is the mother of invention, and women have long been those mothers at the forefront of birthing new discoveries and inventions with little acknowledgment or recognition. Often, men take their credit.
Being women’s history month, today we shed light on the impressive achievements of brilliant black women who, despite their social disadvantages, persevered in brightening our world with some surprising inventions we depend on today.
In this article from Yes!, you’ll be surprised to learn that even rock and roll originated from a soulful, Black gospel singer with an electric guitar. Sister Rosetta Tharpe's revolutionary music style inspired artists like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry, and even Eric Clapton.
It’s always interesting to learn how new things came into existence, and what need inspired the inventor. You can discover much more about these bold women and their pioneering methods and products here.
Well Street
Wow, she knew how to handle a guitar, and her command of the "axe" reminds me of Jimmy Page and Eddie Van Halen.
Thank you for posting this article. I'm grateful to learn about these important women and the advancements they're responsible for.
Slipstream
Thank you, thank you for featuring these black women inventors. What amazing stories they each had, but sadly, received no recognition for their brilliance and talent. I'm so happy you put the spotlight on them so we can celebrate them now.