Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day

National Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to Morse code. It falls on January 11. Refresh your knowledge of this coding method by encrypting your name.

History

The encoding method was created by Samuel Morse in the first half of the 19th century. However, an updated version later appeared from researcher Alfred Vail. It was officially presented on January 11, 1838. This date was chosen for National Morse Code Day.

Informational messages were transmitted with the help of radiograms. Symbols and letters of the alphabet were represented by a combination of dots and dashes. The invented encryption method was in demand in the fleet, as it provided efficient communication between different ships.

Any character in a language is represented by a unique set of characters. The most famous message is the SOS signal for help. It is transmitted as follows: three dots, three dashes, three dots. In the modern world, this encoding method is common in amateur radio clubs. You can take special training that will help you master this skill.

Interesting facts

• The first coded message was successfully transmitted on May 24, 1844.
• An experienced radio operator can transmit an average of 60-100 characters per minute using this encoding method.
• To learn the encryption method, it takes quite a bit of time: from two to six months.

How to celebrate

Sign up for courses on radio ciphering. If you already have some skills, then you can try to write your name in encrypted form. Share your experience with your friends, and teach them basic coding skills.

Be sure to share National Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day on social media. You can assemble an initiative group whose members will encrypt messages and send them to each other. This will help to strengthen practical skills in using the encoding method.

When is Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day in 2025?

Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day is observed on January 11 each year.

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