The “Lightening Slinger” – Their Impact On Railroads

The “Lightning Slingers” is a term that best describes the person trained in “The Craft” of “Telegraph Operator” required for railroads around the world. These were individual(s) responsible for communications between and across a railroad(s). The era when communications hinged on telegraph operators and the rhythmic taps of Morse code has faded into history. Yet, […]