What Happened on December 11, 1896

Marconi's Dream: Telegraphy Without Wires

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