July 27. Completion of first transatlantic cable for the telegraph in 1866.

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July 27, 1866.  Completion of first transatlantic cable for the telegraph from Ireland to Newfoundland.

Sheet music illustrated cover celebrating the cable's completion, The Atlantic Telegraph Polka, from 1866.

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July 26. General George McClellan takes command of Union Army in 1861.