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Inventions

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The Frisbee was invented at Yale University
The First Subway in the United States was in Bridgeport
The first submarine used in battle was built in Old Saybrook
The first nuclear submarine was built in CT
The first lollipop-making machine was in Norwich
Hamburger Helper, the popular kitchen staple, was invented in Seymour
Noah Webster made the first American dictionary in Connecticut
Friction matches, commonly called “matches”, were invented in New Haven
The first phone book was published in 1878 in Connecticut
Lever-type can opener
The Lobster Roll
The Vacuum Cleaner
Vulcanized Rubber
Mechanical Heart
Portable Typewriter