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The light bulb was perfected by Thomas Edison in 1879. A bright idea that actually worked.

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Edison’s 1879 work improved practical incandescent bulbs by extending filament life and creating a reliable electrical system. Early bulbs lasted far longer than previous prototypes, helping electrification spread city by city.

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