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    Explore the life of Thomas Edison, the Wizard of Menlo Park. Learn about his famous inventions, the history of the light bulb, and his impact on American history.

    Thomas Edison Biography: Life and Inventions of the Wizard of Menlo Park

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    Edison’s greatest invention wasn't any single device—it was the process of innovation itself. He showed the world that you don't have to wait for a 'lightbulb moment' to strike—you can build a factory to manufacture them.

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