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Raygan Schaffer
on Oct 17, 2024
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In 1860, approximately 1,000 miles of telegraph wire were operational in the United States, almost all of it in New York City.
Telegraph Wire
A medium used historically for transmitting telegraphic messages through electrical signals over long distances.
Miles
A unit of length equal to 5,280 feet or approximately 1,609 meters, used primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom.
New York City
A major metropolitan city located in the state of New York, known for its significant cultural, financial, and media influence both nationally and internationally.
- Understand the progression in technological and infrastructural development during the timeframe and its influence on the societal dynamics of America.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the progression in technological and infrastructural development during the timeframe and its influence on the societal dynamics of America.