Chappe was born into a wealthy family in 1763 and originally trained as a member of the church.
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2nd March 2018
2nd March 1791: Frenchman Claude Chappe sends the first message by semaphore machine
20th September 1066: Harald Hardrada wins Battle of Fulford
20th September 2019
19th September 1879: The Blackpool Illuminations turned on for the first time
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18th September 1931: Manchurian Crisis begins after Japanese bomb
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11th November 1918: WW1 Armistice of Compiègne is signed
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