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Gregory Pincus

Born: 1903
Birthplace: Woodbine, New Jersey

Oral contraceptive pill—By creating the first practical oral contraceptive, the birth control pill, in the 1950s, Gregory Pincus brought privacy and convenience to women worldwide.

Died: 1967

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