Born | May 2, 1844, Colchester, Ontario, Canada |
Died | October 10, 1929, Detroit, Michigan, United States |
Resting place | Detroit Memorial Park East in Warren, Michigan, U.S. |
Nationality | Canadian |
Occupation | Engineer, inventor, initially employed as a railroad fireman and oiler |
Employer | Mine Coaling |
Known for | Inventions |
Spouse(s) | Ann Elizabeth Stewart, Mary Eleanor Delaney |
About Elijah McCoy
Inventor Elijah McCoy was born on May 2, 1844 in Colchester, Canada (He dies at the age of 85, on October 10, 1929).
He was most known as the creator of mechanical lubrication for steam engines, but he also had 57 other U.S. patents. His surname, McCoy, is supposed to be the inspiration for the expression"the real McCoy".
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Elijah McCoy before becoming famous
Elijah McCoy was born in the Zodiac sign Taurus (The Bull), and 1844 is the year of the Chinese Zodiac Dragon (龍).
He began his career as a railroad fireman and oiler for the Michigan Central Train.
Achievement of Elijah McCoy
The state of Michigan honors his significant achievements in a variety of ways, including a historical marker outside his former home.
Elijah McCoy's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship
Ann Elizabeth Stewart, his first wife, died four years after their wedding. He married Mary Eleanor Delaney shortly after.
Elijah McCoy Collabed with
He was recognized as a major black innovator in Teacher Booker T. Washington's book Story of the Negro.
Elijah McCoy Income & Net worth
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Elijah McCoy Height and Weight
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Latest information about Elijah McCoy updated on March 23 2023.