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Charles Brooks

Developed the Street-sweeper.

Charles C.B. Brooks

The street sweeper initially faced a lot of resentment from workers who felt they could do a better job. Eventually, as cities grew bigger and more and more litter accumulated, the street sweeper became indispensable.

 

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