1922 wireless book available for free download
The RMS Republic was rammed by the Italian Liner SS Florida and sank January 23, 1909. It was the first ship in history to issue a CQD distress signal, the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service’s Gresham and the White Star liner Baltic responded to the distress call sent by Jack Binns, saving many lives. Download the book from 2009 Jack Binns commemorative event in Chelmsford, Essex Jack Binns |
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The 1922 book ‘The Radio Boys’ First Wireless‘ by Allen Chapman has a foreword by Jack Binns who was the Marconi Wireless Operator on the RMS Republic