E. Remington and Sons (1816–1896) was a manufacturer of firearms and typewriters. Founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington in Ilion, New York, on March 1, 1873, it became known for manufacturing the first commercial typewriter.
1873Mar, 1
E. Remington and Sons in Ilion, New York begins production of the first practical typewriter.
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