At last, Filbert is satisfied, proclaiming, "Perfection!" Which they are. Because, quite by accident, George Crum has invented potato chips! (Kids Can Press) ...

Lindsay will pay homage to George Crum, the potato chip creator. In the mid-19th century, Saratoga Springs, New York's bustling town, was known for its luxurious hotels and mineral springs.

In 1853 a man named George Crum worked as a chef in a Saratoga Springs, N.Y. restaurant when one particular customer would not stop complaining about how his French fries were too soggy and thick.

Why it matters: Black innovators have shaped industries, but many — like George Crum — were erased from history while others ...