On This Day: Birthday Series - March 03rd - (A) Alexander Graham Bell & AT&T - White glossy mug

On March 3rd, we recognize two significant events in the history of communication: the birth of Alexander Graham Bell in 1847 and the incorporation of AT&T 38 years later in 1885.

Alexander Graham Bell, born in 1847 in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a scientist, inventor, engineer, and innovator credited with patenting the first practical telephone. His interest in sound and speech led to experiments and inventions that significantly impacted how we communicate today. Bell's work extended beyond the telephone, including advancements in optical telecommunications, aeronautics, and hydrofoils.

Thirty-eight years after Bell's birth, on March 3rd, 1885, American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) was incorporated. This company, formed as a subsidiary of Bell Telephone Company to build and operate a long-distance telephone network, would grow to become one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world. AT&T's formation and expansion played a crucial role in the development and spread of telephone technology and services across the United States and beyond.

• Ceramic
• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.8″ (9.6 cm) in height, 3.2″ (8.2 cm) in diameter
• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
• 20 oz mug dimensions: 4.3″ (10.9 cm) in height, 3.7″ (9.3 cm) in diameter
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Blank product sourced from China

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