International Morse replaces American and Continental Morse

In 1865, International Morse Code was introduced at the International Telegraphy Congress in Paris to replace both American Morse Code and Continental Morse Code. The adoption of this standardized system aimed to facilitate clearer and more consistent communication across different countries and telegraph systems. International Morse Code featured a more straightforward and less ambiguous set of signals, reducing the risk of errors in transmission. This change greatly enhanced global telegraphy, ensuring that messages could be accurately sent and received worldwide. For amateur radio operators, the adoption of International Morse Code provided a universal language, promoting efficient and effective communication across international borders.