Jan Ernst Matzeliger was a Surinamese-born inventor best known for inventing the shoemaking machine that revolutionized the footwear industry in the late 19th century. Born on September 15, 1852, in Paramaribo, Suriname, he moved to the United States in 1873. His invention, patented in 1883, automated the process of attaching the upper part of shoes to the soles, significantly increasing production speed and efficiency. Matzeliger's contributions were pivotal in making shoes more affordable and accessible, and he is celebrated as a pioneering figure in American industrial innovation.
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