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Empire of the Sum
99% Invisible
The Tragic Innovation of the Curta Calculator
This chapter delves into the intriguing history of the Curta, the world's first digital pocket calculator created under harrowing circumstances during World War II. It examines the clever mechanical design and the tragic backdrop of its invention, intertwining themes of innovation and resilience.
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