Scientists & Inventors · 21st Century
Tesla’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Tesla, Unknown
Who Was Tesla?
Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American engineer, futurist, and inventor. He is known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Tesla's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Nikola Tesla died alone in his hotel room in 1943; no last words were recorded as his body was discovered after death. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' is fabricated.
Sources
- newspaper New York Times obituary, January 8, 1943
- biography Tesla: Man Out of Time by Margaret Cheney
Legacy
Tesla's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Tesla’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Tesla die?
Tesla died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Tesla’s last words documented?
Nikola Tesla died alone in his hotel room in 1943; no last words were recorded as his body was discovered after death. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' is fabricated.
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