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apr 15, 1775 - The spinning mule

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It was invented by Samuel Cromptom. It possessed many features of the Spinning Jenny and produced a strong, fine yarn. The first mules produced could be used at home, but eventually they became bigger and stronger and had to be used in factories.

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apr 15, 1775
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~ 251 years ago

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