Historical Events
"Telegraphy without Wires"
Chief Electrical Engineer of the British Post Office, William Preece, gives a public lecture in London called "Telegraphy without Wires", praising the work of 22-year-old Guglielmo Marconi
1896 Highlights
About December 11, 1896
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius