Thomas Edison

By Joe Healy

HistoryBorn: February 11, 1847 Died: October 18, 1931Family life: Poor family with 7 kidsMarried: December 25, 1871 to Mary Silwell

and had 3 kids

InventionsHolds 1093 Us patents in his nameHe created the light bulb and organized and

created electric-power generation and distribution to homes, businesses, and factories

DeathThomas Edison died of complications of

diabetes on October 18, 1931His wife Mina died in 1947.and left 3 kids

behindHe was rated the 35th out of 100 for the most

influencel person In American historywhen he died, his estate was estimated at

well over $12 million

Famous Quotes"Opportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in

overalls and looks like work."His last words were "It is very beautiful over there.“"Opportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in

overalls and looks like work."

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