Douglas Engelbart

Entrepreneur

Birthday January 30, 1925

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Portland, OR

DEATH DATE Jul 2, 2013 (88)

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About

Early computer and internet pioneer best known for his work in improving human–computer interaction.

Before Fame

He served two years in the United States Navy as a radar technician.

Trivia

He created the computer mouse.

Family Life

He had four children with his wife Ballard, to whom he was married for 47 years.

Associated With

He was awarded the National Medal of Technology by Bill Clinton in 2000.