Spouse
1858
Jan 30
| 1858 • Cyrus West Field and others complete the first transatlantic telegraph cable after several unsuccessful attempts. The service ends on September 1 due to weak current. |
1900
May 9
Age: 42y
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marriageJohn Seldon Jenkins Marshall, Saline, Missouri, USA ⇓ 1 Source ⇓ |
| 1900 • The United Kingdom proclaims a protectorate over Tonga. |
1937
Jan 2
Age: 78y
| 1937 • Frank Whittle ground-tests the world's first jet engine designed to power an aircraft, at Rugby, England. |