Q: What was the first message sent using Morse code? | Morse Code Quiz
Blast from the Past: The First Message Sent Using Morse Code
The invention of Morse code revolutionised communication, allowing people to send messages across long distances using a series of dots and dashes. But do you know what the first-ever message was to be sent using this groundbreaking technology? Let's take a quick look!
Question: What was the first message ever sent using Morse code over the telegraph wire?
Answer: "What hath God wrought?"
This iconic message was sent on 24 May 1844 by Samuel Morse to demonstrate the power of his new telegraph system. The phrase, which is taken from the Bible (Numbers 23:23), was sent from Washington, D.C. to Baltimore, Maryland. It marked the beginning of an era in long-distance communication and showcased the potential of Morse code to bridge vast distances and deliver messages quickly and effectively. 📡✨
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