Christopher Latham Sholes Biography, Birthday & Nationality

Christopher Latham Sholes 14/02/1819   -   17/02/1890

Christopher Latham Sholes Introduction:

Christopher Latham Sholes was an American inventor. He is known as the "Father of the Typewriter" as he invented the QWERTY keyboard. This biography profiles his childhood, life, inventions, achievements and timeline.

Christopher Latham Sholes Biography, Awards, Facts and Family

  • Famous: American Men
  • Died At Age: 71
  • Sun Sign: Aquarius
  • Born In: Mooresburg, Montour County, Pennsylvania, United States
  • Famous As: Inventor Of The QWERTY Keyboard
  • Spouse/Ex-: Mary Jane McKinney
  • Father: Orrin Sholes
  • Mother: Catherine Sholes
  • Died On: February 17, 1890
  • Place Of Death: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.A
  • U.S. State: Pennsylvania
  • Bio: Christopher Latham Sholes Was An American Inventor. He Is Known As The "Father Of The Typewriter" As He Invented The QWERTY Keyboard. This Biography Profiles His Childhood, Life, Inventions, Achievements And Timeline.