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Frederick McKinley Jones 

One of the most iconic and revolutionary figures in the world of logistics is Frederick McKinley Jones, an African American inventor who pioneered the creation of mobile refrigeration systems. His work radically transformed the transportation industry, especially in perishable food logistics. 

Born in 1893 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jones had a difficult childhood, but from a young age he showed great mechanical ability. During World War I, he enlisted in the Army and was assigned as a mechanic, where he honed his skills in vehicle and electrical equipment repair. 

In 1938, Jones invented the first refrigeration system for trucks, allowing perishable goods to be transported over long distances without the risk of spoilage. Before its invention, perishable foods could only be transported short distances, limiting access to fresh produce in many parts of the world. Together with his partner Joseph Numero, they founded Thermo King Corporation in 1939, and the company quickly grew to become the world leader in refrigeration solutions for trucks, trailers and boats. 

The impact of his invention not only revolutionized the food industry, but also the pharmaceutical industry and others that depended on temperature-controlled transportation. Additionally, Thermo King significantly aided the World War II efforts, allowing food and medicine to be transported to soldiers on the front lines. 

Jones was a prolific inventor with more than 60 patents to his name, and his legacy lives on. In 1991, he was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, and Thermo King remains a leading company in the global refrigeration market. 

His life and career are a testament to ingenuity and perseverance, and his work continues to impact modern logistics today

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