Mr. Lincoln's T-Mails: The Untold Story of How Abraham Lincoln Used the Telegraph to Win the Civil War
by Tom Wheeler
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recommends it for: students and young people, teachers
recommends it for: students and young people, teachers
If you ever think about how technology alters society and relationships in society, this is a great read. While it is true that humans could communicate over geographic distances with smoke signals, mirrors and drums, until the telegraph arrived on the scene, the real remote but almost virtual contact didn't exist.
Lincoln sent thousands of telegrams and this author goes over them and relates them not only to the particular historical events, but shows the evolution of Lincoln's style of com...more
Lincoln sent thousands of telegrams and this author goes over them and relates them not only to the particular historical events, but shows the evolution of Lincoln's style of com...more
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Read in April, 2007
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A quirky little history book about one of the unsung tools at Lincoln's disposal during the Civil War that requires some consideration. By reviewing Lincoln's communiqués during the war, the author highlights the logistical importance of electronic communications during the Civil War. Although telegraphic facilities were limited, it is clear that their application played a role in shaping the outcome of the war. What stands out about this narrative is how Lincoln adapted his style of communi...more
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Read in January, 2007
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This was a unique look into history and how technology changed the face of war. Not a gripping story line but since I am interested in the civil war it made for an interesting read. It had applications to today's world by showing how being on the cutting edge can play a role in the business world.
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