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Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851
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Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851
3479160 Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Taking the cable on board the Elazer for the first successful laying of a submarine telegraph cable between Dover and Calais, 1851.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 31949902
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1850s Cable Calais Communications Dover Electric Electrical Electrical Age Electrical Power Electricite Electricity Electricty Kent Submarine Telegraph Telegraph Cable Telegraph Table Telegraph Telegraphy Telegraphist Telegraphy Britisch Britisch Industries
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Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851
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. This print captures a significant moment in history - the first successful laying of a submarine telegraph cable between Dover and Calais in 1851. The image showcases the Elazer, a vessel that played a crucial role in this groundbreaking achievement. The unknown artist beautifully portrays the scene as workers carefully maneuver the cable onto the ship's deck. Their focused expressions reveal their determination to ensure its safe transportation across the English Channel. This remarkable feat marked a major milestone in communication history, revolutionizing how information could be transmitted over long distances. The photograph transports us back to an era when electricity was still relatively new and exciting. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and technological progress during the late nineteenth century. The industrial backdrop further emphasizes this theme, highlighting England's role as an emerging powerhouse of innovation and industry. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of how far we have come since then. Today, our world is interconnected through advanced communication technologies that owe their existence to pioneers like those aboard the Elazer. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of art for us to appreciate and reflect upon. It serves as both a visual reminder of our past achievements and an inspiration for future advancements in communication technology.
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