In 1843 Samuel Morse persuaded Congress to appropriate $30,000 for
A. the construction of a telegraph line between Washington and Baltimore.
B. the research and development of a new telegraphic code.
C. the purchase of his telegraph patent.
D. installation of optical signal systems across the northeastern states.
Answer: A
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