What is the full name of Eli Whitney?
Eli Whitney
Eli Whitney Jr.
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Elijah Whitney
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Eli Whitney, the renowned inventor, left an indelible mark on the textile industry with his revolutionary contributions. In his pursuit of greater efficiency, he conceived the ingenious cotton gin, a machine that effortlessly separated cotton fibers from seeds. Whitney's innovation not only transformed the southern economy, fueling a growth in cotton production, but also profoundly shaped the institution of slavery and the course of American history.
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