C.R. Patterson was the first and only African American owned and operated carmaker in the U.S.

C.R. Patterson was the first and only African American owned and operated carmaker in the U.S., starting C.R. Patterson & Sons Carriage Company. His contributions left a vibrant legacy and thriving business.
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