The Innovator of the Blood Bank
This biography series showcases the contributions and societal influence of BIPOC inventors, celebrating their innovations and the challenges they overcame. Each installment delves into the lives of these trailblazers, emphasizing their creativity and resilience while inspiring future generations to pursue their own inventive paths.
Meet the inventors and scientists of color who changed the world! Born in Washington, D.C., in 1904, Charles R. Drew was a Black surgeon and medical researcher. Known as the “Father of The Blood Bank,” he researched in the field of blood transfusions, and developed improved techniques for blood storage. Among his many accomplishments, he developed America’s first large-scale blood bank during World War II. It is time to remember how Charles R. Drew's inventions and his contributions changed our society… and our world! ABOUT THE Many inventors and scientists of color have made incredible contributions to our modern life. Each volume in this much-needed new series will be devoted to the life and work of one of these inventors and scientists. With a vivid writing style that will use humor as one of its primary ingredients, and illustrated with a combination of real photos and pictures featuring graphic art, each title in this series will describe how these heroes of diverse backgrounds faced the challenges of their times, and how their inventions and contributions changed our society.
Explore the experiences of childhood during pivotal historical events, revealing how young lives were shaped by the struggles and triumphs of their times. The book delves into the unique perspectives and challenges faced by children, offering insights into their resilience and adaptability amidst significant societal changes. Through vivid storytelling, readers will gain a deeper understanding of history from the viewpoint of its youngest witnesses.