Historical story

Why did George Eastman kill himself?

There is no evidence that George Eastman committed suicide. He died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 14, 1932, but it was ruled "death by misadventure" and attributed to heart disease and senility. Eastman was in poor health and had been suffering from several chronic conditions, including a weak heart. He also underwent multiple unsuccessful surgeries related to a spinal issue. Therefore, the belief that George Eastman died by suicide remains speculation or a misconception.