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1. Known as Radio Set SCR-578.

2. Transmitter name BC-778 (2 tubes)

3. Commonly known as a "Gibson girl".

4. Built during the early 1940's.

5. Operated on 500 kHz at QRP levels (4-9 watts)

6. Used up to 300 foot end-fed long wire antenna.

7. Human (hand) powered.

8. Designed to be held by your legs.

9. Contained cam operated Morse Code keyed messages.

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