Biography edison inventor thomas
Biography edison inventor thomas
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Thomas Edison
American inventor and businessman (1847–1931)
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Born | Thomas Alva Edison (1847-02-11)February 11, 1847 Milan, Ohio, U.S. |
Died | October 18, 1931(1931-10-18) (aged 84) West Orange, New Jersey, U.S. |
Burial place | Thomas Edison National Historical Park |
Education | Self-educated; some coursework at Cooper Union |
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Years active | 1877–1930 |
Known for | Phonograph, Electric light, Electric power distribution, early motion pictures, see list |
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Children | 6, including Madeleine, Charles, and Theodore |
Relatives | Lewis Miller (father-in-law) |
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Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847 – October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman.[1][2]