A man, as a general rule, owes very little to what he is bo… - Alexander Graham Bell

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A man, as a general rule, owes very little to what he is born with — a man is what he makes of himself.

Alexander Graham Bell

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Alexander Graham Bell (3 March 1847 – 2 August 1922) was a Scottish-born inventor, scientist, and engineer who is credited with inventing and patenting the first practical telephone. He also co-founded the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) in 1885.

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Alternative Names: Alexander G. Bell • Graham Bell • Alexander Bell • H. A. Largelamb

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A man, as a general rule, owes very little to what he is born with — a man is what he makes of himself. - Alexander Graham Bell

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