Quote by Charles H. Duell, 1899

Everything that can be invented, has been invented.

Everything that can be invented, has been invented.

Summary

This quote is often attributed to Charles H. Duell, the Commissioner of the US Patent Office in 1899. It is meant sarcastically, suggesting that all possible inventions have already been made. However, this quote is highly inaccurate and has since been proven wrong countless times. With advancements in science and technology, humans continue to make new discoveries and inventions every day. There are still vast untapped possibilities waiting to be explored, and this quote serves as a reminder of the limitations of our own knowledge and imagination.

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By Charles H. Duell, 1899

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