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Fascination with Tesla and Advanced Technologies
A major pivot in his life was his intense interest in Nikola Tesla and his inventions. He accumulated books, documents, and photographs related to Tesla, and even attempted to build Tesla's machinery, adhering closely to the standards of Tesla's era. His knowledge was supplemented by contacts with Tesla enthusiasts, such as Thomas Lee Richardson, who provided artifacts and documentation.
He also built and experimented with Tesla-inspired devices, including static electricity generators and other high-voltage apparatus. His efforts were rooted in a genuine desire to understand and replicate ancient and modern energy technologies, blending historical curiosity with modern experimentation.