US History

By AWinter
  • Samuel F. Morse

    He created Morse Code. I wonder were he thought of the name. He sent his first messege in 1844.
  • Thomas Edison=Master of Invention

    He helped make electricity widley available. He improved the New Yorks Company 's stock tickers that sent stock and gold prices to other offices.
  • Edwin Drake Strikes Oil

    Drake strikes oil. Important because many people were skeptical of the idea to drill for oil.
  • The Transcontinental Railroad

    It was a railroad that extended from coast to coast. It allowed good to be sent out easier and faster.
  • Railroad Development

    Railroad Development
    Railroads were able to carry goods and passengers from coast to coast. Althouhg problems occured people usually made it to there destinations.
  • The Telephone

    The Telephone
    Alexander Bell made a device that used electrical currents to transmit sounds. Its important because it led to use being able to talk to friends, family, and loved ones when ever we want without all the hassle.
  • Telephone/Telegraph lines

    Telephone/Telegraph lines
    It allowed people to use the telephone to csll people from long distances. They set up telephone lines so this could be achieved.
  • The Brooklyn Bridge

    The Brooklyn Bridge
    It was a bridge that connected Manhattan to Brooklyn. Its important because it allowed easy travel between the two cities without having to get on a boat.
  • George Westinghouse Invention

    George Westinghouse Invention
    He experimented with a form of electricity called Alternating Currents.