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Born February 11, in Milan, Ohio.
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Childhood
Thomas sells his own newspapers on a train at age 12. -
Early Works
Thomas Edison works on printing telegraph and stock ticker. -
Marriage
Thomas marries Mary Stilwell. -
Invention
Thomas Edison invents the phonograph. The phonograph is a device for the mechanical recording and reproduction of sound. -
Invention
Thomas creates the incandescent light bulb. It changes lives across the world and even to this day. -
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.