What was Morse code and what was it used for?

Morse Code is a method of encoding text characters into sequences of dots and dashes, representing letters and numbers through a series of short and long signals. Developed in the 1830s and 1840s by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail, it was primarily used for telecommunication over long distances, particularly in telegraphy. Morse code enabled reliable and efficient communication in maritime and military contexts, as well as in aviation and amateur radio. Its simplicity and effectiveness made it a lasting tool for conveying information before the advent of modern digital communication.