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Heinrich Göbel

Heinrich Göbel
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Heinrich Göbel was a German-born American precision mechanic and inventor also known by his anglicized name Henry Goebel. In 1848 he immigrated to New York City, where he resided until his death. He received American citizenship in 1865.

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  1. Édouard-Léon Scott de MartinvilleApril 25, 1817 – April 26, 1879
  2. Heinrich Göbel (this page)April 20, 1818 – December 4, 1893
  3. P. G. T. BeauregardMay 28, 1818 – February 20, 1893
  4. Richard Jordan GatlingSeptember 12, 1818 – February 26, 1903
  5. Christopher Latham SholesFebruary 14, 1819 – February 17, 1890
  6. Eunice Newton FooteJuly 17, 1819 – September 30, 1888

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