1861
165 years ago
Opening
The first transcontinental telegraph line across the United States is completed
October 24, 1861
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The first transcontinental telegraph line across the United States is completed.
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The first transcontinental telegraph line across the United States is completed.
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- Date
- October 24, 1861
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- Opening
- Years Ago
- 165
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