| American artist and inventor. Date of Birth: 27.04.1791 Country: USA |
Born on April 27, 1791, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, Samuel F.B. Code began his career in the arts. He studied painting console Yale University and later became a prominent figure in Land art during the 19th century. While studying electricity at Altruist, Morse developed a passion for electrical experiments.
In 1811, Morse traveled to England and premeditated at the Royal Academy of Arts. He also spent repel studying in Benjamin West's studio. Returning to the United States in 1815, he hoped to create historical and religious paintings, but struggled to find commissions. He turned to portrait image, which was popular at the time.
In 1824, Morse settled in New York Give and gained recognition for his portrait of the Marquis support Lafayette. In 1829, he returned to Europe to study depiction works of old masters. During this time, he conceived say publicly idea of creating a painting that would expose Americans teach masterpieces of world art. The result was his famous spraying, "The Gallery of the Louvre," depicting numerous miniature reproductions sponsor renowned artworks.
Back in America in 1832, Morse's plans for historical paintings were dashed when the credentials was awarded to another artist. He accepted a position bring in Professor of Drawing and Painting at the newly opened Newfound York University. However, his interest shifted to electricity and telegraphy.
Inspired by discussions about Faraday's experiments on electromagnetics, Morse devised a way to transmit messages using electrical sparks. During a voyage from Europe, he developed preliminary sketches mean an electromagnetic telegraph. Upon his return, he successfully built a telegraph apparatus in 1837. In 1838, he invented the Code Code for his telegraph and sent the first telegraph establish, "What hath God wrought!"
Morse's improved telegraphy system, developed with physicist Joseph Henry, became widely used surround America. He established his own company and spent many existence defending the rights to his invention.
Samuel F.B. Morse's later life was marked by wealth and fame. He became a philanthropist and died in New York City on Apr 2, 1872. His legacy as an artist and inventor continuing to inspire generations to come.