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Later Years, Death, and Legacy Timeline

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This timeline covers the final years of Nikola Tesla's life, his death, and the enduring legacy he left behind as one of the most influential inventors and scientists of the 20th century.
Living in Hotels and Continuing Research
1930s-1943
Tesla spent his later years living in hotels in New York City, continuing to work on his inventions and theoretical concepts, albeit with limited resources and public attention.
Death in New York City
January 7, 1943
Nikola Tesla died alone in his room at the Hotel New Yorker on January 7, 1943, at the age of 86. His death marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to scientific innovation and technological advancement.
FBI Investigation and Seizure of Papers
Following his death
Following Tesla's death, the FBI seized his papers and possessions due to concerns about the potential military applications of his research. His documents were later declassified and released to the public.
Rediscovery and Growing Recognition
Post-1943
In the decades following his death, Tesla's contributions to science and technology gradually gained wider recognition. His work on AC power, wireless communication, and other groundbreaking inventions has had a profound impact on modern society.
Tesla as a Cultural Icon
Present Day
Nikola Tesla has become a cultural icon, celebrated for his genius, eccentricities, and visionary ideas. His name is associated with innovation, progress, and the pursuit of scientific knowledge. The electric car company Tesla, Inc. bears his name, further solidifying his place in popular culture.
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