Heather: What were the religious and or philosophical beliefs at this time?
Alexander Miles: During the time of my invention, blacks and whites were seperated and blacks were enslaved. There was very little religious freedom but it was predominetly christian. While blacks were enslaved, they were punished for practicing religion. I myself, am and was a methodist.
Map Of Alexander Miles's Hometown.
Waukesha, Wisconsin
U.S. Patent Seal
Alexander Miles received this patent seal for his invention on the elevator.
Barber Shop
Before his work on the elevator, Alexander was really interested in hair products and working in a barber shop.
Alexander Miles
Elevator
This is a sketch that Alexander Miles drew of his idea to improve the elevator shaft.
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