Top of graphic says "Powell Johnson". Below name is a picture of his "eye protector" patent. Next the picture is the following: In 1880 Black inventor Powell Johnson patented "eye protectors." Johnson designed the eyewear for various professions, including furnacemen, ironworkers, firefighters, and other workers exposed to glare and bright lights. Johnson's design improved upon previous inventions and helped pave the way for modern protective eyewear. Below this is the website: blackmail4u.com

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In 1880 Black inventor Powell Johnson patented “eye protectors.” Johnson designed the eyewear for various professions, including furnacemen, ironworkers, firefighters, and other workers exposed to glare and bright lights. The eye protectors had two frames with cloth disks inserted to shield the eyes from bright light. This type of design was the first of its kind. Johnson’s design improved upon previous inventions and helped pave the way for modern protective eyewear.

Little is known about Johnson’s life. He is credited with developing the first known functional safety-related eyewear.   

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