The first transatlantic telegraph cable carried its first messages on this day in 1858. / On this day in 1927, an air race sponsored by James D. Dole and marked by tragedy began.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

The First Transatlantic Telegraph Message / Dole Air Race - August 16 

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