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Thomas Alva Edison: A Life of Innovation Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847 – October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman whose inventions profoundly shaped the modern industrialized world. He is widely considered one of history’s greatest inventors. Early Life and Education Born in Milan, Ohio, Edison had a limited formal education due to a hearing impairment and his mother's decision to homeschool him. This early
experience fostered his self-reliance and independent learning skills. He began his career as a telegraph operator, which sparked his interest in electrical technology. Early Inventions & Menlo Park Edison’s inventive spirit emerged early on. While working as a telegrapher, he developed devices to improve the efficiency of communication systems. In 1876, he established his first industrial research laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jers…