Charles Batchelor
Charles Batchelor (1845-1910)
'Thomas Edison’s “right hand man” during much of Edison’s long and prolific career.'
'While Edison basked in the spotlight of fame, the self-effacing Batchelor made his contributions behind the scenes.' [1]
Born in Manchester on 25 December 1845. Died 1 January 1910.
Batchelor met Thomas Edison while working in Newark, New Jersey, installing equipment at the Clark Sewing Thread Mills.[2]