jun 1, 1868 - the first typewriter was invented
Description:
The first practical typewriter was completed in September, 1867, although the patent was not issued until June, 1868. The man who was responsible for this invention was Christopher Latham Sholes of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The first commercial model was manufactured in 1873 and was mounted on a sewing machine stand.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 1, 1868
Now
~ 157 years ago