President T. Roosevelt sends wireless greetings to King Edward

On January 18, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt sent the first transatlantic wireless message from the United States to King Edward VII of the United Kingdom. This historic message was transmitted from a Marconi wireless station in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, and received at a Marconi station in Poldhu, Cornwall. President Roosevelt’s message of goodwill and greetings to King Edward VII marked a significant milestone in the development of international wireless communication, showcasing the potential for long-distance, wireless diplomacy. This event underscored the advancements in wireless technology pioneered by Guglielmo Marconi and highlighted the growing importance of radio as a tool for global communication and diplomacy.