Alfred Carlton Gilbert

Alfred Carlton Gilbert (February 15, 1884 – January 24, 1961) was an American inventor, athlete, magician, toy-maker and businessman. Gilbert invented the Erector Set and manufactured American Flyer Trains.

Alfred Carlton Gilbert
AC Gilbert as a young fraternity man at Pacific University in 1902
Personal information
Born(1884-02-15)February 15, 1884
Salem, Oregon
DiedJanuary 24, 1961(1961-01-24) (aged 76)
Boston, Massachusetts
Medal record
Men's athletics
Representing the United States
1908 London Pole vault
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