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Get ready to travel back in time and celebrate Cathode-Ray Tube Day on December 20! This unique holiday celebrates the invention of the cathode-ray tube, a technology that revolutionized television and computer screens. It was first created by German physicist Karl Ferdinand Braun in 1897, and has since evolved into the flat-screen displays we use today. So let's take a moment to appreciate this groundbreaking invention and all the entertainment and information it has brought us over the years. Happy Cathode-Ray Tube Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1838</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Cathode Rays</div><div class='timeline-text'>German physicist Julius Plücker discovers cathode rays, laying the groundwork for the future invention of the cathode-ray tube.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1897</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Braun's Cathode-Ray Tube</div><div class='timeline-text'>German physicist Karl Ferdinand Braun invents the cathode-ray tube (CRT), a vital component for early televisions and computer displays.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1923</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Electronic Television System</div><div class='timeline-text'>American inventor Philo T. Farnsworth develops the first successful electronic television system, thrusting CRT tech into the mainstream.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Color TV Production</div><div class='timeline-text'>The mass production of color televisions begins in the United States, boosting the demand for CRTs even more.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First CRT Computer Display</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Ametek 931, the first CRT computer terminal, is introduced, further expanding the use of cathode-ray tubes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CRT Production Decline</div><div class='timeline-text'>The majority of manufacturers cease CRT production as flat-screen technology, such as LCD and plasma displays, become the new norm.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a CRT art project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some old cathode-ray tubes and use them to create a unique art piece. You can paint or decorate them to your liking and display them in your home or office.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a CRT-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a party celebrating the invention of the cathode-ray tube. Decorate with retro technology and play old school video games on CRT TVs for a nostalgic evening.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch classic movies on a CRT TV</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a vintage CRT TV and watch some classic films that were originally viewed on these types of screens. It will give you a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the technology that brought us these beloved movies.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a technology museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day at a technology museum and learn more about the history and impact of cathode-ray tubes. You may even get to see some in action!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Experiment with CRT screens</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you have access to a cathode-ray tube, try conducting some experiments with it. See what happens when you change its position or add different materials to the screen. You never know what interesting results you may discover!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates an important technology</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cathode-Ray Tube (CRT) technology paved the way for modern television screens and monitors. It is a groundbreaking invention that has greatly impacted the way we consume media and information. Celebrating this day is a way to appreciate the technology that has shaped our lives.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a nostalgic reminder of the past</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Before the rise of flat-screen TVs, CRT TVs were a staple in households around the world. This holiday allows us to reflect on simpler times and remember how this technology was once cutting edge. It's a great opportunity to share memories with friends and family about watching old shows or playing video games on CRT screens.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to learn about technological advancements</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Although CRTs are no longer widely used, learning about their history and evolution can help us understand the progression of technology. It also opens the door to learning about newer technologies and how they have built upon and improved upon CRT technology.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Birth of the Neon Signage</h3><p class='facts-content'>Cathode-Ray Tubes helped in ushering in the era of neon signs. The technology used to generate these signs is based on cathode-ray tubes, which produce light when hit by electrons.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Fixture in Medical Imaging</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beyond television, CRT technology was widely used in medicine and scientific research for capturing and presenting images. Many medical devices such as X-ray machines and oscilloscopes were developed using CRTs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>An Indispensable Tool in World War II</h3><p class='facts-content'>Cathode-Ray Tubes played a vital role in radar display systems during World War II. The CRTs were used to spot enemy movements and direct fighter planes or artillery fire.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Humble Origins as a Vacuum Tube</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Cathode-Ray Tube started as a simple vacuum tube in which the pressure of the air inside was reduced to create a vacuum. It was later evolved by Braun to create a luminous image on a fluorescent screen.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>CRTs and the Birth of Video Games</h3><p class='facts-content'>The first video games were displayed on CRT screens. In fact, the game "Tennis for Two," one of the earliest digital games ever made was played on a Cathode-Ray Tube.</p></div></div>
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