Who gave the medal George Westinghouse received in 1911?
The American Institute of Electrical Engineers
Thomas Edison
The Pennsylvania Association of Engineers
The U.S. Patent Office
Answer
The American Institute of Electrical Engineers awarded George Westinghouse the Edison Medal in 1911. The Edison Medal is awarded to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of electrical engineering. Westinghouse was recognized for his pioneering work in the development of alternating current (AC) power distribution.
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