‘Black Edison’ saved lives on the railroad

February is Black History Month. Join Student Media as we remember our heroes and the contributions that every American should know.

February 25, 2026

'Black Edison' saved lives on the railroad

In the 19th century, train collisions happened at alarming rates. The problem was that rail workers couldn’t properly communicate with each other. That is, until Granville T. Woods, better known as Black Edison, changed everything. Watch his contribution below.

https://www.history.com/videos/black-edison-saves-lives-on-the-railroad

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