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Thomas Edison

American inventor and businessman (1847–1931)

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Thomas Edison

Edison, c. 1922

Born

Thomas Alva Edison


(1847-02-11)February 11, 1847

Milan, Ohio, U.S.

DiedOctober 18, 1931(1931-10-18) (aged 84)

West Orange, New Jersey, U.S.

Burial placeThomas Edison National Historical Park
EducationSelf-educated; some coursework at Cooper Union
Occupations
Years active1877–1930
Known forPhonograph, Electric light, Electric power distribution, early motion pictures, see list
Spouses
  • Mary Stilwell

    (m. ; died )​
Children6, including Madeleine, Charles, and Theodore
RelativesLewis Miller (father-in-law)
Awards

Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847 – October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman.[1][2] Thomas Edison - Wikipedia WYLY