#28: The Last Known Photograph of Nikola Tesla, 1943
A poignant glimpse into history captures the final image of Nikola Tesla, the brilliant inventor. In the solitude of Room 3327 at the New Yorker Hotel, Tesla passed away at the age of 86 on January 7, 1943. Even though it wasn’t recognized then, his contributions have greatly influenced how we see the world today.
The photograph encapsulates the end of an era where the genius mind that illuminated the world with groundbreaking inventions succumbed to the passage of time. It is a stark reminder of the fleeting nature of life’s journeys and the profound impact left behind by visionary pioneers. Tesla’s legacy lives on, forever etched in the annals of scientific innovation.