The United States of Innovation: 13 Stories of American Ingenuity

As America turns 250, innovative tales that epitomize the country at its best, from Steve Jobs’s ‘wilderness years,’ the space race to the moon, Disney World’s digital transformation, and more.

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America runs on innovation. (Sorry, Dunkin’.) As Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Fast Company has compiled a compelling collection of stories throughout our history—a mere 31 years—to inspire you and your greatness.

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