On this day in 1909, Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland announced his invention of Bakelite to the public.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1909, Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland announced his invention of Bakelite to the public.

Leo Baekeland announced Bakelite - February 8, 1909

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