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Edison's Miracle of Light
7.0/10 · 17 votesOct 23, 199555 min
Ranked #8 of 9 in Season 8•−0.3 vs season avg
In 1878, Thomas Edison announced his intention to harness Niagara Falls and produce a safe, electric light system. He said he could do it in six weeks. Almost three years later, all the components -- bulbs, sockets, switches, wires, junction boxes -- were finally ready.
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Episode Summary
"Edison's Miracle of Light" is episode 2 of American Experience season 8. It scored 7.0/10 from 17 votes, ranking #8 of 9 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on October 23, 1995.