Thomas Edison

  • Born February 11, in Milan, Ohio.

  • Childhood

    Thomas sells his own newspapers on a train at age 12.
  • Early Works

    Early Works
    Thomas Edison works on printing telegraph and stock ticker.
  • Marriage

    Thomas marries Mary Stilwell.
  • Invention

    Invention
    Thomas Edison invents the phonograph. The phonograph is a device for the mechanical recording and reproduction of sound.
  • Invention

    Invention
    Thomas creates the incandescent light bulb. It changes lives across the world and even to this day.
  • Invention

    Invention
    Thomas Edison invents motion pictures, also known as a movie or a film. It is used for entertainment purposes.
  • Death

    Thomas dies on October 18, in West Orange, New Jersey.