Of all the things that I thank God for, I forget to thank God that we have batteries. I like to take time to thank God for our food, shelter, relationships, warmth in the winter, but never the lowly battery. That is why someonethought to celebrate the battery on “National Battery Day“, February 18.
Alessandro-Volta was born on February 18, 1745 and invented the battery in 1800 when his invention “provided the first source of continuous current.” So today, being Volta’s birthday, we celebrate his invention!
Yes, the battery is often overlooked. In fact, the “death” of a battery is at times about as big of a hassle as a light bulb going out—in some cases bigger. Until they die, however, they are ignored. Interestingly enough, within reach of where I sit at my desk, there are a number of things powered by battery: Kindle Paperwhite, iPhone, iPad, Remote Bluetooth speaker, Mickey Mouse clock, hand held Police Scanner, Nikon D3000 Camera, and my Midland Weather Radio. None of these would operate without a battery—except for the weather radio that depends on the battery if the power goes out. We do not consider this little device, but I think we all understand how important they are.
So as you go about your evening, think about the importance of the battery. Volto’s invention may have taken some time to gain importance, but it is almost an understatement to say that life would not be the same without it.
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Graphic from: National Battery Day