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History of the Fire Extinguisher
Almon Granger patented the chemical fire extinguisher in 1880, building on a 1723 gunpowder design. The dry chemical unit arrived in 1928 and changed firefighting.
Learn moreAlmon Granger patented the chemical fire extinguisher in 1880, building on a 1723 gunpowder design. The dry chemical unit arrived in 1928 and changed firefighting.
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