My son did his graduation project on Tesla a few years ago (after I read a thread here at FR and suggested the project) and I was absolutely floored at the genius of this man.
For those who don't know, it is Tesla who is responsible for those electric outlets on the walls of every home in the country. Edison had taken the "DC" track with the idea that electricity could be wired into large manufacturing facilities. He toured the country electrocuting elephants to show the power of DC electricity.
Tesla took the "AC" track figuring that electricity could be provided to every home and business.
Edison electrocuted animals using A.C. current to discredit Tesla.
Edison was a shameless mechanic who browbeat his help and stumbled his way to great success and wealth and that is a polite paraphrase of what Tesla thought of his former employer.
I appreciate your post. You have answered lots of questions about Tesla's genius.