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Transatlantic Wireless Telegraphy, Marconis Successful Experiment (b / w photo)
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Transatlantic Wireless Telegraphy, Marconis Successful Experiment (b / w photo)
1629215 Transatlantic Wireless Telegraphy, Marconis Successful Experiment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transatlantic Wireless Telegraphy, Marconis Successful Experiment. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 January 1902.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23079624
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Assistants Communications Cornwall Experiment Kites Marconi Newfoundland Raising Receiving Signal Hill Signals St John Support Telegraphs Canadians
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in history - the successful experiment of transatlantic wireless telegraphy by Marconi. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this print is a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. The image showcases the Poldhu Station in Cornwall, England, with Signal Hill visible in the background. A team of assistants can be seen working tirelessly to raise kites equipped with aerial electrodes, while others focus on receiving wireless messages. The support structure for this groundbreaking experiment is evident as wires crisscross through the air. Intriguingly, this experiment was conducted between Newfoundland, Canada and Cornwall, marking a significant milestone in global communications. Mr. Marconi himself can be spotted among his dedicated team members such as Mr. Kemp and Mr. Paget. This photograph not only documents a historic event but also symbolizes the power of innovation and collaboration across borders. It highlights how advancements like transatlantic wireless telegraphy brought people closer together, bridging distances that were once thought insurmountable. Preserved within a private collection, this image serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and our ability to revolutionize communication methods that have shaped our world today.
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