My Sisters Telegraphic

Women in the Telegraph Office, 1846–1950

Thomas C. Jepsen

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Ohio University Press
01 November 2000

History of the Americas; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Gender studies: women; Postal & telecommunications industries

A history of female telegraph operators from 1846 to the mid-20th century, exploring their work, their daily lives and their workplace issues. It uses non-traditional sources, including the telegraphers' trade journals, company records, and oral and written histories by the operators.

By: Thomas C. Jepsen
Imprint: Ohio University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 1
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 399g
ISBN: 9780821413449
ISBN 10: 0821413449
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 01 November 2000
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Thomas C. Jepsen, author of numerous articles on the history of telecommunications technology, is a telecommunications systems architect in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.