THE FIRST TELEGRAM
WARREN PICKERING
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THE FIRST TELEGRAM
Sir Charles Todd’s first telegram in Morse code sent to Henry Ayers, Secretary of Adelaide on August 22, 1872, marked a monumental moment in Australian history, symbolising the completion of the Overland Telegraph Line, linking Australia to the rest of the world. The telegram reads in its entirety from the centre of this work.
WE HAVE THIS DAY
‘We Have This Day’ is an extract from the first telegram in Morse code sent by Sir Charles Todd, on August 22, 1872.
The repeated message serves as a powerful reminder to seize the opportunities before us, to embrace the moment, and to fulfil every potential presented. This milestone laid the foundation for the Adelaide GPO, embodying the spirit of communication and progress.
