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“What I really want is a creative person. You can always hire a Ph.D. to take care of the details.”

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Richard Gurley Drew

Richard Gurley Drew was an American inventor known for his contributions to the tape industry. He was born on June 22, 1899, and passed away on December 14, 1980. Drew's most famous invention was the transparent tape, which revolutionized packaging and industrial production. more

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