The Brachial Telegraph: An Original Method of Conversing and Signalizing on Land and at Sea, by Means of Human Arms, at Any and All Distances, Even . Range of the Telescope (Classic Reprint). This item is unavailable.
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
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- Title
- The Brachial Telegraph: An Original Method of Conversing and Signalizing on Land and at Sea, by Means of Human Arms, at Any and All Distances, Even . Range of the Telescope (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Jenks, Robert W.
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- Brand New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1332229646
- ISBN 13
- 9781332229642
- Item weight
- 0.1 kilograms
This book presents a system of silent communication designed to convey complex information over long distances without the need for spoken language. Developed as an alternative to earlier signalling methods using flags or bodily gestures, this system introduces a series of hand and arm positions that can be combined to form letters, numbers, and complete sentences. The author highlights potential applications in military and maritime contexts, as well as its use in education, recreation, and everyday life. The book's comprehensive guide to the system's principles and practical execution makes it accessible to individuals seeking an efficient and discreet means of communication. Its insights offer a glimpse into the evolution of communication methods and the enduring need for effective ways to bridge physical distances and convey information with precision.
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