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June 3, 1904 · Medicine, Research & Blood Banking

Charles Drew Made Blood Storage Scalable

Born on June 3, Charles Drew became a surgeon, researcher, teacher, and organizer whose work helped make large-scale blood and plasma banking possible.

Then

Black achievement developed within systems that restricted access and recognition.

Now

The milestone expands the record of American knowledge, courage, and leadership.

Next

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