Drawing and Description of Bessie Blount's Invention
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Drawing of Invention - Bessie Blount
Bessie Blount patented a device that allowed amputees to feed themselves
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Bessie Blount's patent was filed under her married name of Bessie Griffin. (Click on image for larger view) Physical therapist Bessie Blount worked with injured soldiers and her war service inspired her to patent a device that allowed amputees to feed themselves.
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