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New telephone cable laying ship, 1850
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New telephone cable laying ship, 1850
3479180 New telephone cable laying ship, 1850; (add.info.: The Long Lines, new telephone cable laying ship. Leaving Baltimore recently to begin paying cut special armorless cable that will provide the first direct telephone cable link between the United States and Great Britain. The 3500-mile cable will connect Tuckerton, New Jersey with Widemouth in Cornwall. It is designed to handle 128 simultaneous two-way telephone conversations.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38163214
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Baltimore Cables Communications Cornwall Electric Electrical Electrical Age Electrical Power Electricite Electricity Electricty Laying Maryland New Jersey Telephone
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This print captures the Long Lines, a new telephone cable laying ship from 1850, as it embarks on a historic journey to connect the United States and Great Britain with the first direct telephone cable link. The 3500-mile armorless cable will stretch from Tuckerton, New Jersey to Widemouth in Cornwall, revolutionizing communication between the two nations.
Designed to handle an impressive 128 simultaneous two-way telephone conversations, this technological marvel represents a significant advancement in the electrical age. The image showcases the intricate machinery and industrial prowess of the era, highlighting the importance of innovation and progress in shaping our world.
As the Long Lines sets sail from Baltimore, Maryland towards its destination, it symbolizes not only a physical connection between continents but also a bridge between cultures and peoples. The collaboration between American and British engineers underscores the power of cooperation and ingenuity in overcoming challenges and pushing boundaries.
This photograph is not just a historical artifact but a testament to human ambition and determination. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of communication technology while inspiring us to continue pushing forward towards even greater achievements.
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