
Josephine Cochrane
Josephine Cochrane was an American socialite and inventor who patented the first practical dishwasher in 1886. Frustrated by the slow dishwashing process and the frequent breakage of her fine china, she developed a machine that used water pressure to clean dishes, ultimately founding the KitchenAid brand and transforming household chores.
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Josephine Cochrane invented the dishwasher in the late 19th century, revolutionizing household chores.
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Josephine Cochrane invented a machine that washed dishes faster than her servants in 1886, revolutionizing household chores.
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