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Fine Art Print : The robot operator GRACE is coming to the help of telephonists in the Liverpool Trunk
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The robot operator GRACE is coming to the help of telephonists in the Liverpool Trunk
The robot operator GRACE is coming to the help of telephonists in the Liverpool Trunk Exchange. GRACE, short for Group Routing and Charging Equipment, is the heart of the Subscriber Trunk Dialling system which is being opened in Bootle. Pictured, J P Burke, maintenance engineer in Lancaster House, Liverpool, attending the magnetic drums. 8th January 1962
Staff
Liverpool Post and Echo Archive
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21711892
© Mirrorpix
Communications Merseyside Robot Technology Telephone Telephones Wires
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Witness the future collide with the past in this captivating image from Memory Lane Prints. The robot operator GRACE, short for Group Routing and Charging Equipment, makes her grand entrance at the Liverpool Trunk Exchange to lend a helping hand to the telephonists. This stunning print, with its rich colors and intricate details, is a must-have for history buffs, sci-fi enthusiasts, and art collectors alike. Transport yourself to a bygone era and add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 49.1cm (16" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1960s in Liverpool, where groundbreaking technology is revolutionizing communication. The image showcases the remarkable robot operator GRACE as it comes to the aid of telephonists in the bustling Liverpool Trunk Exchange. GRACE, an acronym for Group Routing and Charging Equipment, serves as the beating heart of the Subscriber Trunk Dialling system that is being introduced in Bootle. The photograph captures J P Burke, a dedicated maintenance engineer stationed at Lancaster House in Liverpool. With focused determination etched on his face, he attends to magnetic drums with meticulous care. These drums play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations within this cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when wires connected people across vast distances and telephones were lifelines for both personal conversations and business transactions. It symbolizes how technology was rapidly advancing during this time period and highlights Liverpool's contribution to these advancements. As we reflect on this historical moment frozen in time, let us appreciate how far our communication systems have evolved since then while acknowledging those who paved the way for today's seamless connectivity.
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