Alfred Carlton Gilbert

Alfred Carlton Gilbert (February 15, 1884 – January 24, 1961) was an American inventor, athlete, magician, toy maker and businessman. As the founder of A. C. Gilbert Company, Gilbert was known for inventing the Erector Set and 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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