1901 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 10 Mar Blood rain phenomenon in Italy: On March 10, 1901, southern and central Italy, including Sicily, experienced a rare instance of blood rain, where rain appeared red due to Saharan dust and sand particles in the atmosphere. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 12 Jun Launch of prototype Holland-class submarine: On June 12, 1901, the prototype of the Holland-class submarine was launched. This event marked a significant advancement in naval technology and submarine design. source: britannica.com
- 17 Jul Deutschland sets transatlantic speed record: The German ocean liner Deutschland, under Captain Heinrich Hesse, achieved a record-breaking east-west transatlantic crossing in 5 days, 11 hours, and 5 minutes, averaging 23.51 knots. source: isitaholidaytoday.com
- 11 Dec First transatlantic radio signal: The first transatlantic radio signal was received by Guglielmo Marconi on December 11, 1901. This event is considered a pivotal moment in the history of communication technology. source: britannica.com
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