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Elias Howe
1819Jul, 9

Elias Howe

Elias Howe, American inventor, invented the sewing machine (d. 1867)
Elias Howe Jr. (; July 9, 1819 – October 3, 1867) was an American inventor best known for his creation of the modern lockstitch sewing machine.

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Events on 1819

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    South Shetland Islands

    British explorer William Smith discovers the South Shetland Islands and claims them in the name of King George III.
  • 1Jul

    Great Comet of 1819

    Johann Georg Tralles discovers the Great Comet of 1819, (C/1819 N1). It was the first comet analyzed using polarimetry, by François Arago.
  • 7Aug

    Battle of Boyacá

    Simón Bolívar triumphs over Spain in the Battle of Boyacá.