Nikola Tesla
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You switch on the light. Next, you turn on the television. After that you boil some water. All of those activities require electricity. You can do those things thanks to Nikola Tesla. Against the odds, he researched, developed and promoted an innovation in the supply of electricity. See in this story, how he brought creativity and practical applications, that have changed our lives.
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Samuel Morse
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Antonio Meucci
Throughout his life, Antonio Meucci developed innovative ways for the world to communicate. Today, the telephone is an essential tool for business and social activities. He had to overcome many hurdles in striving for success and recognition, as the inventor of the telephone. Gain a personal insight into his amazing life and explore his many other innovations including smokeless candles, purified water, tea and coffee filters, plus improvements to oil and kerosene lamps, to mention but a few.
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Johannes Gutenberg
Johannes Gutenberg started a publishing revolution when he invented the first printing press. It was viewed with much scepticism at the time, as people in higher office did not want the ‘ordinary people’ having access to too much information! His work opened the door to the Renaissance in Europe and the scientific revolution. His printing press enabled ideas, thoughts and hopes to be communicated more freely. Millions of people have benefited from Johannes’ work.
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Louis Braille
A simple childhood accident caused Louis Braille to become blind. Experience the source of his motivation to develop better systems to assist blind people with reading and writing. His Braille system has become a worldwide standard that has opened up opportunities for anyone suffering from vision impairment. Get to know this most inspiring story, as he reveals his own thoughts in a very unique and personal way.
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