Samuel Morse

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    Samuel F.B. Morse developed an electric telegraph (1832–35) and then invented, with his friend Alfred Vail, the Morse Code (1838). The latter is a system for representing letters of the alphabet, numerals, and punctuation marks by arranging dots, dashes, and spaces.

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    About Samuel Morse

    Samuel F.B. Morse is a renowned American inventor and painter, known for developing the electric telegraph and inventing the Morse Code. This system represents letters, numerals, and punctuation marks using dots, dashes, and spaces.

    Samuel Morse's Area of Expertise

    Inventing, telegraph systems, Morse Code, communication technology, and American history

    My simple pleasures

    I find great joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as painting landscapes, spending time with my family, and witnessing the impact of my inventions on society.

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