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What was the primary method of communication used by people in ancient times?
Smoke signals and sending messages in bottles
What was the significance of the bottles found at the turn of the 20th century?
They were sent by people who were travelling on board the Titanic
What was the outcome of Ake Viking's attempt to send a message in a bottle in 1956?
He received a response from a Sicilian girl, and they got married
How did the invention of the telegraph in 1837 impact communication?
It sped up communication dramatically
What is a notable use of the telegraph in the given passage?
It was used to catch a criminal, John Tawell
What is a concern raised about the impact of modern technology on communication?
It has led to the decline of face-to-face communication
Explore the fascinating history of sending messages at a distance, from ancient smoke signals to modern-day letter-in-a-bottle stories. Learn about the unexpected happy endings and surprising discoveries made possible by these innovative communication methods.
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