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Shock and Awe – The story of electricity.
8 November 2013 | by Amateur radio has a long history, going all the way back to wireless experiments in the late 1800s. However the study of electricity has its roots in the observation of natural phenomena and stretches back much further.
I ran across this excellent three part documentary detailing the story of the discovery of electricity. The presenter is Jim Al-Khalili, currently Professor of Theoretical Physics and Chair in the Public Engagement in Science at the University of Surrey. He not only knows his stuff, he is also an interesting and engaging speaker.
The documentary runs for three hours but is worth your time if you are interested in the story of electricity and the people behind its discovery and history. I hope you find it as enjoyable as I did.
One Response to “Shock and Awe – The story of electricity.”
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Absolutely fascinating! A beautiful presentation by the BBC of the history of electricity and the people who did the many experiments which truly changed the world.
Thank you!
Celebrating our 24th year of producing all of our household electricity, living far from commercial power lines.