Photo Mug : Testing the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern, 1866

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Testing the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern, 1866

3478944 Testing the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern, 1866; (add.info.: Testing the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern 17 August 1866. The apparatus being used on the right is William Thomson's (Lord-Kelvin) mirror galvanometer.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38460334

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1860s Apparatus Atlantic Atlantic Ocean Beauty Care Beauty Products Cable Cosmetic Products Cosmetics Galvanometer Great Eastern Lord Kelvin Mirrors Telegraph Telegraph Table Telegraph Telegraphy Telegraphist Telegraphy Testing William Thomson

Large Photo Mug (15 oz)

Sip your morning coffee in style with our Photo Mug featuring a historic image of testing the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern. A perfect blend of art and functionality for any history enthusiast's collection.

Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.

Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history aboard the Great Eastern in 1866 - the testing of the 1865 Atlantic telegraph cable. The men on board are seen diligently working with William Thomson's (Lord Kelvin) mirror galvanometer, a groundbreaking apparatus that revolutionized communication across vast distances. The image exudes an air of innovation and progress as these pioneers push the boundaries of technology to connect continents through underwater cables. The sheer scale of the Great Eastern looming in the background serves as a reminder of the monumental task at hand and the immense effort required to lay down this crucial link between Europe and America. As we gaze upon this snapshot from the past, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come since those early days of telegraphy. The intricate machinery, meticulous testing procedures, and dedicated individuals depicted in this photograph all played a vital role in shaping our modern world. In today's fast-paced digital age, it is important to pause and reflect on these moments that paved the way for our interconnected global society. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared human endeavor to overcome barriers and unite people across oceans through ingenuity and perseverance.

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