Ralph Henry Baer |
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![]() Baer in June 2009 |
| Born | Rudolf Heinrich Baer
(1922-03-08)March 8, 1922
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| Died | December 6, 2014(2014-12-06) (aged 92)
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| Occupation | Inventor |
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| Spouse(s) | Dena Whinston
(m. 1952–2006, her death) |
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| Children | James, Mark, Nancy |
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| Parent(s) | James L. Baer, Lucy K. Linard |
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| Website | Official website |
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Ralph Henry Baer (March 8, 1922 – December 6, 2014) was a German-American inventor and engineer, known for his contributions to the video game industry.
Because he was of Jewish descent,[1] Baer moved to New York City in 1938. He later became a U.S. citizen.
He died at his home in Manchester, New Hampshire on December 6, 2014, according to family and friends close to him.[2][3] He was 92 years old.
References
- ↑ www.legacy.com
- ↑ Marino-Nachison, David (December 7, 2014). "Ralph H. Baer, a father of video gaming, dies at 92". Washington Post. Retrieved December 7, 2014.
- ↑ Graft, Kris (December 7, 2014). "Ralph Baer, 'father of video games,' passes away". Gamasutra. Retrieved December 7, 2014.
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