2024 NENA Medal

The 2024 NENA Medal, as designed by Tyler O'Connor, is a depiction of the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Station located in Wellfleet, MA on Cape Cod. The set includes 1 Bronze and 1 Nickel-Plated Bronze Medal. The Marconi Wireless Telegraph Station in Wellfleet, MA stands as an emblem of innovation and communication history. In the early 20th century, this station played a pivotal role in transatlantic communication, connecting distant shores in an era defined by the advent of wireless technology. Established by Guglielmo Marconi in 1901, the station swiftly became a beacon of progress, facilitating rapid communication across the ocean. At the heart of its operation lay a revolutionary technology, allowing messages to be transmitted without the need for physical wires. This breakthrough not only revolutionized maritime communication but also paved the way for future developments in global telecommunications. For decades, the station stood as a symbol of human ingenuity and connectivity, bridging continents and cultures.