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Wireless telegraphy. Illustration shows George F. Hoar sitting on the US Capitol dome using a telegraph to send a wireless message Keep it up! We are with you! across a body of water to the insurgent forces fighting against American troops in the Philippines; at the base of the Capitol are several men waving Anti-Expansion banners. Date 1902 February 26. Wireless telegraphy. Illustration shows George F. Hoar sitting on the US Capitol dome using a telegraph to send a wireless message Keep it up! We are with you! across a body of water to the insurgent forces fighting against American troops in the Philippines; at the base of the Capitol are several men waving Anti-Expansion banners. Date 1902 February 26
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Wireless Telegraphy: A Daring Act of Defiance - February 26, 1902 This illustration from Puck magazine captures the audacious act of wireless telegraphy by George F. Hoar as he sends a message of encouragement to Filipino insurgents fighting against American troops. Perched atop the US Capitol dome, Hoar, a prominent anti-imperialist, uses a rudimentary wireless telegraphy setup to transmit the message "Keep it up! We are with you!" across the water. At the base of the Capitol, several men wave anti-expansion banners, expressing their opposition to American involvement in the ongoing Philippine-American War. The use of wireless telegraphy represented a significant technological advancement and a bold move in the political arena, as it allowed for instant communication over long distances. This illustration highlights the complexities of the Philippine-American War and the intense debates surrounding American expansionism. The anti-imperialist movement, led by figures like Hoar, opposed the war and advocated for the United States to respect the sovereignty of other nations. The use of wireless telegraphy in this context added an intriguing dimension to the political discourse, as it demonstrated the potential for technology to challenge traditional power structures and facilitate communication between disparate groups. This image from Puck magazine offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the intricacies of the political climate during a pivotal moment in American history.
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