John Joseph Carty
(1861-1932) American electrical engineer · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 71
John Joseph Carty was an American electrical engineer and a major contributor to the development of telephone wires and related technology. He was a recipient of the Edison Medal. As Chief Engineer of AT&T, he was instrumental in the development of the first transcontinental telephone line.
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1932Died27 December 1932John J. Carty Award for the Advancement of ScienceAward1928John Fritz MedalAward1917Edison MedalAward1916Franklin MedalAward1861Born14 April 1861
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Carty was president of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers from 1915 to 1916.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1861 to 1932 · aged 71
