Long Live Morse Code

Long Live Morse Code is a series of cards designed in memory of my late grandfather, Flt Lt D.J Simpson. He was air crew on Lancasters and later Air Electronics Officer on Shackletons, he worked with Marconi to develop the radio systems for the Nimrod aircraft and maintained a love of radio systems throughout his lifetime. He was also a proud member of The Goldfish Club, for airmen (and women) who have survived ditching in 'the drink'.

International Morse Code was the original text speak, full of shorthand and abbreviations. Now considered by many to be a lost art, this once vital means of communication is still used within the aviation industry and kept alive among amateur radio operators. The shorthand used is explained on the back of each card.

These cards have been designed in collaboration with The International Morse Code Preservation Society with the aim to raise awareness of this unique, and historic, means of communication. Long Live Morse Code!