Who Invented The Light Bulb? Thomas Edison, Right? Wrong.

Your teacher was so very misinformed. The Oatmeal was kind enough to lay out all the facts that will BLOW YOUR MIND.

By

May 22, 2012

You may have seen an article by Alex Knapp of Forbes attempting to criticize this comic. You can check out the Oatmeal’s authoritative response here. Delicious fresh baked Oatmeal smackdowns always hit the spot.

Add to Google News

More for You

Fugetsu-Do, Japanese, American, mochi, Los Angeles

Culture

A 123-year-old Japanese sweets shop in Los Angeles finally gets the spotlight it deserves

autism, love on the spectrum, autistic, autistic joy, neurodivergence, neurotypical, differences, wellness, happiness, joy

Wholesome

‘Love on the Spectrum’ star reveals secret benefit of her neurodivergence: Autistic joy

dan fogelberg, dan fogelberg songs, dan fogelberg longer, jack and dad, jack and dad music

Wholesome

Autistic 16-year-old and his dad perform a gorgeous cover of Dan Fogelberg’s ‘Longer’

childhood, growing up, costumes, future plans, kids

Culture

People were asked what they wanted to be when they grew up. Their answers were inspiring.

Cheesecake Factory, chefs, kitchen, food, dishes

Innovation

Cheesecake Factory broke every rule with its massive 21-page menu. Here’s why it works.

By subscribing, you accept beehiiv's Terms of Use & Privacy Policy. Our site's Privacy Policy applies.

Featured

All Featured Stories →

Health

30-second Japanese gargle hack could save your family from back-to-school colds

Patrick Hamilton

Conservation

Scientists left cinderblocks in a barren part of the sea. 3 months later they were ecstatic.

Evan Porter & Upworthy Staff

frugal, frugal living, saving money, money saving hacks, money saving tips

Finance

Frugal people say these under $50 upgrades saved them more money than expected

Emily Shiffer & Upworthy Staff

Nostalgia

Boomers and Gen Xers share 28 things they don’t miss from the ’80s and ’90s