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In what year did the first transatlantic telegraph cable briefly carry messages between Ireland and Newfoundland?
The answer
1858
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Why it's right
The first transatlantic telegraph cable began carrying messages in 1858. It connected Ireland and Newfoundland but failed after only a few weeks. A more durable cable entered service in 1866, establishing a lasting connection.
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