Morse is History

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Ah, the old Mobius Strip at the end of the thread! Just like all those old hokey '50s films...

<span style='color:darkgreen'><span style='font-size:17pt;line-height:100%'>THE END?</span></span>

 

Guess I was communicating with the dearly departed when I had about 8 contacts on cw last night.  Sure adds a new twist to working cw.

 

ae6ip-sir you have a good post there,73 good luck Bill

 

Quote (KQ6XA @ Nov. 10 2005,04:30)

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Bonnie, I notice you posted your treatise on "Morse is History" at least twice, which, by the way is extremely well written; you seem to have a technical background with a good command of the English language.

One question that I do have for you, however, is since you seem have a technical background, why is it that you have not upgraded to Extra? It would seem to me that someone like yourself, who professes to have the proper background, with a large audience of follower hams would have wanted to optimize their ability for VE testing and Elmering; and therefore would want to possess the top license class?

I am curious why you have not done so?

If you check my bio on QRZ, you would notice that I have an advanced degree in Electronic Engineering; and enjoy engineering design, antenna modeling, instruction and Elmering. Therefore I would not be satisfied with anything but the top class. Also, check my web page (www.wy2u.net), and you will notice that I have varied technical interests.

My primary mode of choice on HF is CW, and consequently, I have negative feelings about the removal of Morse Code testing for HF access.

I have read your treatise, I respect your opinion, but I do not agree with your assessment.

Qualified technical people are not being held back from HF ham radio by the inclusion of a 5 WPM morse code exam. Please remember that these "qualified people" should have gone through a rigorous educational curriculum consisting of not only technical subjects, but liberal arts subjects as well.

I never heard a technical person say "I would have been an engineer if it wasn't for Philosophy or coed dance." Or "I would be a graduate engineer if it wasn't for English Literature."

I don't not buy the argument that implies that "I would have been on HF if it wasn't for that CW exam." If a person is desirous of something badly enough, then they would strive to achieve it, even if it required studying some subjects of no interest or use.

I beleive HF access on the Ham Bands should be treated in the same manner, if Morse code is a requirement, then go do it; study it, and pass the exam.

It's not about legacy or obsolete modes, it's about professionalism and motivation.

73 ... de ... WY2U

 

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                             LOL!!!
                                     

 

Just a reminder to those who see CW as absolutely essential to Emcomm. Our own military doesn't even use CW! CW is RARELY ever needed for Emcomm. It is a cool thing to learn, don't get me wrong...but let us not pretend it is such a needed mode.