Elisha Gray
Engineer and co-founder of Western Electric
Born
August 2nd, 1835
189 years ago
Died
January 21st, 1901
124 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An American engineer and inventor, co-founded Western Electric, which became a major telecommunications manufacturing company. Developed the harmonic telegraph, an important advancement in telegraphy. Engaged in legal battles with Alexander Graham Bell over the invention of the telephone. Founded the Elisha Gray & Company and continued contributions to electrical engineering and communications technologies.
Co-founded Western Electric
Developed the harmonic telegraph
Engaged in legal disputes with Alexander Graham Bell
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