World Amateur Radio Day
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Where is World Amateur Radio Day celebrated?
This day is celebrated all over the world.
Who is World Amateur Radio Day celebrated by?
This day is celebrated by radio amateurs around the world.
When did World Amateur Radio Day first start?
This day first started on April 18, 1925 in Paris.
Who started World Amateur Radio Day?
It was on April 18, 1925 that the International Amateur Radio Union was first formed. They decided to observe this day to honor radio amateurs and their efforts every year after that.
History And Timeline
Amateur Radio began as a humble way of making use of the short wave spectrum and now is a full-fledged union where people get together as a close-knit community. Here is a timeline of how this world celebration started.
Invention Of The Ham Radio
The first ham radio that allowed the use of radio waves for non-commercial exchange was invented.
Late 19th centuryAmateur Radio Stations Were Recognized
The Radio Callbook included a list of 89 amateur radio stations for the first time.
1909International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Was Formed
The International Amateur Radio Union was formed on April 18, 1925. Amateur radio pioneers got together to create the union.
1925Allocations Of Spectrum
The IARU gained bandwidth allocations of 10, 20, 40, 80, and 160 meters.
1927Amateur Radio During The Pandemic
The global amateur radio community got together to encourage and support people during the pandemic. The theme for the 2021 IARU member societies was 'Home but never alone'.
2021Traditions And Customs
On this particular day, people are encouraged to talk to the airwaves and participate.
There are major contests held by the union for radio amateurs and people to show their skills.
During the pandemic, these friendly voices reached out to people unwell or at high risk and gave them meaningful messages to help them feel better.
These amateur radio groups conduct special event stations to observe the day.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate World Amateur Radio Day
If you belong to a specific club station, you can start by sending out gifts to fellow amateurs or wishing them well over the airwaves.
If you have an interest in becoming a radio amateur, consider joining one of the nearby amateur radio club stations to pursue your interest.
Try listening to one of these shorter wavelengths radio stations on this day to honor these talkers. You may fall in love with these stations.
Talk to friends and family and pass on the message of the existence of such stations.
Facts And Stats
- Did you know that by 2011, about two million people were active participants of the amateur radio?
- There are 160 members who are part of the IARU. The importance of the union has been growing with time. This day honors the work of this association.
- There are three IARU regions: Region one includes northern Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Region two includes the whole of the Americas and Region three includes Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Island Nations. This day is celebrated widely in these countries.
Who started World Amateur Radio Day?
This day was started by the International Amateur Radio Union.
When is World Amateur Radio Day?
This day is celebrated on April 18, every year.
What is the significance of World Amateur Radio Day?
This day is significant because it appreciates the efforts of millions of radio amateurs and their passion to conduct meaningful communication with the world.
How do people celebrate World Amateur Radio Day?
People observe this day by going on air and reaching out to people with talk shows, events, and competitions.
Why do people celebrate World Amateur Radio Day?
People observe this day as a respect and appreciation for radio amateurs.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Friday, April 17, 2020
- Saturday, April 17, 2021
- Sunday, April 17, 2022
- Monday, April 17, 2023
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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