On June 13, 1925, a crowd witnessed Charles Jenkins's landmark demonstration of a 'radiovision' screen, marking the public debut of television technology. Jenkins secured a patent later that month and launched W3XK, one of theinitial television stations to offer regular programming. This small-scale broadcast operation laid the foundation for future television, although today, the original building houses unrelated businesses. To commemorate this historic event, plans are being made to install a plaque and potentially name the surrounding plaza after Jenkins, recognizing his role in media history.
"On June 13, 1925, Charles Jenkins's demonstration of a 'radiovision' screen marked a significant moment in media history as television was first witnessed by the public."
"Jenkins patented his technology and launched the W3XK television station, operating regularly for six years and pioneering early television programming in Washington, D.C."
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