Today in Radio History

May 18

Every day in radio history — from the first broadcast to the last format flip.

1935Firsts & Milestones

Harold Bingham's Voice Travels 6,000 Miles by Radio

On May 18, 1935, the voice of Harold Bingham, from the University of California Class of 1906, was successfully transmitted approximately six-thousand miles by radio. This remarkable long-distance broadcast showcased the expanding capabilities of radio technology and its potential to connect distant locations, marking a significant achievement in early radio communication.

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