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  1. Thomas Edison - Wikipedia

    Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847 – October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman. He developed many devices in fields such as electric power generation, sound …

  2. Thomas Edison | Biography, Early Life, Inventions, & Facts | Britannica

    May 4, 2026 · Thomas Edison (born February 11, 1847, Milan, Ohio, U.S.—died October 18, 1931, West Orange, New Jersey) was an American inventor who, singly or jointly, held a world-record …

  3. Thomas Edison: Facts, House & Inventions - HISTORY

    Nov 9, 2009 · Thomas Edison was a prolific inventor and savvy businessman who acquired a record number of 1,093 patents (singly or jointly) and was the driving force behind such innovations as the...

  4. Thomas Edison - Inventions, Light Bulb & Quotes - Biography

    Apr 2, 2014 · Thomas Edison was an American inventor who is considered one of America's leading businessmen and innovators. Edison rose from humble beginnings to work as an inventor of major …

  5. Inventions - Thomas Edison

    Thomas Edison's record 1,093 patented inventions have greatly improved the world we know today. In fact, Edison is recognized as one of the greatest inventors of all time. His key inventions include the …

  6. Thomas Edison National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

    Jan 6, 2026 · Visitors can step back in time to Thomas Edison’s home and laboratory, when machines were run by belts and pulleys and music was played on phonographs. Discover where America’s …

  7. Edison's Lightbulb - The Franklin Institute

    Thomas Alva Edison, born in Ohio on February 11, 1847, was one of the most well-known inventors of all time. He spent a few of his early years in formal schooling, but he received most of his education …

  8. Thomas Edison’s Legacy: 10 Inventions That Changed the World Forever

    💡 TL;DR: Thomas Edison’s 10 Game-Changing Inventions From the light bulb to the phonograph, Edison’s innovations reshaped industry, culture, and daily life. His patent portfolio (1,093+ granted!) …

  9. Thomas Edison – The Man Who Lit the World - Legends of America

    Few figures in American history have shaped the modern world as profoundly as Thomas Alva Edison. Known as “The Wizard of Menlo Park,” Edison’s relentless pursuit of innovation gave rise to the …

  10. The Life and Legacy of Thomas Edison - World History Journal

    Nov 17, 2025 · Thomas Edison, renowned as the "Wizard of Menlo Park," was a pivotal inventor and entrepreneur born in 1847. His early education was disrupted, leading to self-teaching that inspired …