Transatlantic Communications for Kids | Bedtime History

The video explores the evolution of transatlantic communication, starting with the telegraph and Morse code, pioneered by Samuel Morse. It highlights Cyrus Field's ambitious project to lay the first transatlantic telegraph cable, despite initial failures. The narrative then shifts to Guglielmo Marconi's groundbreaking work in wireless telegraphy, which paved the way for radio communication. Reginald Fezenden's innovations in transmitting human voices via radio are also discussed. The video concludes with advancements in telephone and fiber optic technologies, emphasizing the continuous evolution of global communication.

What was Reginald Fessenden's goal in developing radio technology?

What was the significance of the first entertainment program broadcasted on radio?

How did the introduction of fiber optic cables change communication?

In what ways have underwater cables evolved to meet modern communication needs?