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Laying the transatlantic telegraph cable, 1865
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Laying the transatlantic telegraph cable, 1865
Laying the transatlantic telegraph cable, 1865. On the deck of the SS Great Eastern searching the cable for a fault after its recovery from the bottom of the Atlantic on 31 July 1865. This attempt to lay the cable ended in failure, but the following year the Great Eastern succeeded in laying the cable connecting Valentia in Ireland to Trinity Bay, Newfoundland. Instead of the length of a sea voyage, communication time between the two sides of the Atlantic became a matter of seconds. From The Atlantic Telegraph by WH Russell. (London, 1866)
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Broken Brunel Cable Damaged Deck Failed Failure Great Eastern Inspecting Inspection Isambard Kingdom Isambard Kingdom Brunel On Board Oxford Science Archive Russell Sir William Howard Sir William Howard Russell Telegraph Cable Telegraphy Transatlantic Communications Cable Wh Russell William Howard William Howard Russell
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In this photo print, we witness a pivotal moment in history - the laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable in 1865. On the deck of the majestic SS Great Eastern, a group of determined men can be seen meticulously searching for a fault in the recovered cable. This particular attempt to connect continents ended in failure, but it paved the way for future success. The image showcases not only the technological advancements of its time but also highlights human perseverance and innovation. The men on board represent an era where communication between distant lands was limited to lengthy sea voyages. However, their efforts would soon change that reality forever. Led by renowned engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel and documented by Sir William Howard Russell, this historic endeavor captures both triumph and setback. Despite initial disappointment, these brave individuals did not give up on their mission to revolutionize transatlantic communications. A lithograph bursting with color brings this scene to life, emphasizing both hope and determination amidst broken cables and damaged dreams. It serves as a reminder that progress often comes at great cost and requires relentless inspection and adaptation. Ultimately, just one year later, the Great Eastern succeeded in connecting Valentia in Ireland to Trinity Bay, Newfoundland - transforming communication across vast distances from weeks or months into mere seconds. This remarkable achievement forever changed our world's concept of time and space while leaving an indelible mark on history.
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