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This episode explores the remarkable story of Margaret E. Knight, the inventor of the flat-bottom paper bag.

Send us Fan Mail What do paper grocery bags and one determined inventor have in common? In this episode of Generations of Genius, we explore the remarkable story of Margaret E. Knight, the woman behind the flat-bottom paper bag. Long before inventing one of the world's most widely used packaging designs, Margaret was a curious child who loved taking things apart, asking questions, and solving problems. You'll discover how she invented a factory safety device as a young girl, transformed the w...

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