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Karl von Drais
Inventor and Baron of Mannheim
Karl von Drais was a German inventor and baron who is credited with inventing the first two-wheeled, human-powered vehicle. He was born in 1787 in Mannheim, Germany, and grew up during a time of great turmoil in Europe. Von Drais' invention, known as the Laufmaschine, was a groundbreaking achievement that paved the way for modern transportation.
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