An edition of The world of ham radio, 1901-1950
(2007)
The world of ham radio, 1901-1950
a social history
by Richard A. Bartlett
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"This book explores the history of ham radio operators, emphasizing their social history and contributions to technological development of worldwide communications. It traces the concept of relays from as close as 25 miles apart to anywhere in the world and discusses technological advances of the twentieth century and their effects on the world of the ham radio operator"--Provided by publisher.
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Amateur radio stations, Radio, History, Radio operators| Edition | Availability |
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World of Ham Radio, 1901-1950: A Social History
2015, McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
in English
1476662754 9781476662756
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The world of ham radio, 1901-1950: a social history
2007, McFarland & Company, McFarland & Company, Publishers
in English
0786429666 9780786429660
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Table of Contents
The beginnings
Hiram Percy Maxim and the relay concept
Amateurs during the First World War
Amateurs between war and peace
Surviving the broadcast revolution
Relays, dx-ing, strange languages, and clubs
Amateurs as experimenters and adventurers
The olympics, world's fairs, trans radio press service, and international radio conferences
Adventurous amateurs at sea and in the air
More amateurs and aircraft: the NC-4, Byrd, the Dolebirds, the Lindberghs, and others
Amateurs and polar exploration: phase one
Amateurs and polar exploration: phase two
To the rescue: amateurs in emergencies and disasters
Amateurs on the home front: 1940-1945
Amateurs at war and beyond: 1941-1950.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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