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Thomas Edision (feb 11, 1847 – oct 18, 1931)

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Thomas Alva Edison
Born: February 11, 1847
Milan, Ohio, U.S.
Died: October 18, 1931 (aged 84)
West Orange, New Jersey, U.S.
Burial place: Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Education: Self-educated; some coursework at Cooper Union
Occupations: Inventor businessman
Years active:1877–1930
Known for:Phonograph, Electric light, Electric power distribution, Early motion pictures, see list
Spouses:Mary Stilwell​
Children 6, including Charles and Theodore

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feb 11, 1847
oct 18, 1931
~ 84 years