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As Aboard the Wrecked Titanic : The Wireless-Telegraphy Room of an Atlantic Liner
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As Aboard the Wrecked Titanic : The Wireless-Telegraphy Room of an Atlantic Liner
XJF373217 As Aboard the Wrecked " Titanic" : The Wireless-Telegraphy Room of an Atlantic Liner, illustration from The Illustrated London News, April 20th, 1912 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12869068
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Morse Code On Board Operator Telegram Telegraph Wireless Telegraphy
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This photograph takes us back in time to the tragic events surrounding the sinking of the Titanic. The image showcases the Wireless-Telegraphy Room, a crucial communication hub aboard this ill-fated Atlantic liner. Published in The Illustrated London News on April 20th, 1912, this historic snapshot captures an English Photographer's perspective of this significant room. The atmosphere within the room is palpable as we witness a telegraph operator diligently working amidst a sea of wires and equipment. Morse code messages are being sent and received through wireless telegraphy, connecting passengers and crew with loved ones ashore or other ships at sea. This technology played a vital role in maritime communication during that era. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, our minds wander to the untold stories that were transmitted through these walls - messages filled with anticipation, joy, or even despair. Little did they know that their fate would be forever intertwined with history. Let us remember those who valiantly operated these instruments until their last moments on board. Their dedication to duty serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience amidst tragedy. This photograph invites us to reflect on both technological advancements and human connections forged within confined spaces like this one – where hope flickered alongside desperation as lives hung in balance. As we admire this extraordinary piece of artistry by bridgemanart. com, let it serve as an enduring tribute to all those affected by the Titanic disaster; reminding us never to forget their
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