Historical Sketch Of The Electric Telegraph

Historical Sketch of the Electric Telegraph: Including Its Rise and Progress in the United States is a book written by Alexander Jones in 1852. The book is a comprehensive historical account of the development of the electric telegraph in the United States, from its early beginnings to its rise as a major communication technology. Jones covers the major events and milestones in the history of the electric telegraph, including the invention of the first telegraph, the construction of the first telegraph lines, and the development of the Morse code. He also discusses the key figures involved in the development of the telegraph, such as Samuel Morse, Alfred Vail, and Ezra Cornell.In addition to the history of the telegraph, the book also provides a detailed description of the technology itself, including the various types of telegraph machines and the workings of the telegraph lines. Jones also explores the impact that the telegraph had on society and commerce, including its role in the development of the railroad industry and the growth of the newspaper industry.Overall, Historical Sketch of the Electric Telegraph is an important historical document that provides a detailed and informative account of the development of one of the most important communication technologies of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.