When was Eli Whitney born?
Eli Whitney the cotton gin inventor was born on December 8,1765 in Westboro Massuchusetts. If you’re wondering what is a cotton gin. It was a machine that separated the cotton-seed from the cotton fiber. There were already machines invented that did this, but his was automated which made life a whole lot easier. You can find more information here: http://www.britannica.com/facts/1/77193/…
