Alexander Graham Bell
1847 - 1922
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Biography
Alexander Graham Bell was a Scottish-born inventor, scientist, and teacher who is best known for inventing the first practical telephone. Born on March 3, 1847, in Edinburgh, Scotland, Bell spent much of his life in the United States where he conducted numerous experiments on sound and speech. He patented the invention of the telephone in 1876, forever changing the way people communicate. Bell was also a prominent figure in the field of deaf education, having worked extensively with deaf individuals and developing techniques to help those with hearing impairments communicate more effectively.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.
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When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.
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The only difference between success and failure is the ability to take action.
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Great discoveries and improvements invariably involve the cooperation of many minds.
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Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work in hand. The sun's rays do not burn until brought to a focus.