The man who invented the telegraph was also a master portrait artist

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In short: While Samuel F.B. Morse is famous for his telegraphic code and the phrase “what hath God wrought?”, his legacy extends far beyond communication technology into the world of fine art.

This video explores the dual life of Morse, revealing him as one of America’s most prolific and gifted historical portrait artists. Beyond his scientific contributions, he was a leading figure in establishing an American school of art.

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