The first electrical telegram is sent by Samuel Morse from the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. to the B&O Railroad “outer depot” in Baltimore, saying “What hath God wrought”.

It Happened on
May 24, 1844

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“What hath God wrought?”

The message was transmitted from the Supreme Court chamber in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., to Alfred Vail, who was waiting to receive it in Baltimore, Maryland. This message marked a major milestone in the development of telegraphy and communication technology, and it is still remembered today as a significant moment in history.

The answer is

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This is the conception day event of 2 people, who also made a difference in history

221 days after the event (plus or minus 46 days) were born.


Born on February 15, 1845
(1845 - 1937)

Elihu Root

American lawyer and statesman who served as Secretary of State under President Theodore Roosevelt and as Secretary of War under Roosevelt and President William McKinley

Born on December 31, 1844
(1844 - 1926)

Charles A. Coffin

American businessman who co-founder and first president of General Electric corporation
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Samuel Morse

American painter and inventor who co-developed Morse code

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