Ham Radio Wayback

07/15/2026

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07/14/2026

The USS Nautilus proved nuclear submarines could stay submerged for months, receiving radio signals. This eliminated the need to surface, ending the ocean's ability to hide submarines. It presented a new challenge for radio operators, demanding antennas that could withstand immense pressure, influencing later undersea communication and research.

07/13/2026

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07/11/2026

SORRY I SCREWED UP !

I recently changed the registration page on the HamRadioWayback.com. But I made a bone head mistake and did not fully test the page. I did not realize it was not working.

But thanks to Noel, N2OEL who let me know this was not working. I think I have solved the problem but if you have any problems please let me know.

The latest story is about the History of Collins Radio. There are actually two stories. One is the article and the second story is an audio only story.

https://HAMRADIOWAYBACK.COM

Learn & Laugh The Stories That Built the Signal. Every week. One story. The people, moments, and decisions that shaped the hobby — told the way they deserve to be told. What this actually is Ham radio is a people hobby.We tell the people stories. Here’s something most people miss about amateur r...

07/10/2026

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07/09/2026

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07/08/2026

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07/07/2026

In 1933, a wild idea for an amateur satellite was proposed. It took 31 years, but Oscar One proved hams can build spacecraft with almost nothing. We don't wait for the future, we build it ourselves.

07/06/2026

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