Alfred Carlton Gilbert
American inventor and athlete (1884–1961) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about the athlete and inventor. For the sculptor, see Alfred Gilbert.
Alfred Carlton Gilbert (February 15,[1] 1884 – January 24, 1961) was an American inventor, athlete, magician, toy maker and businessman. As the founder of A. C. Gilbert Company, Gilbert was known for inventing the Erector Set and American Flyer Trains.[2]
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Born | (1884-02-15)February 15, 1884 Salem, Oregon | |||||||||||
Died | January 24, 1961(1961-01-24) (aged 76) Boston, Massachusetts | |||||||||||
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