Photo Mug : Cambridge speaking to Harvard
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Cambridge speaking to Harvard
The Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge University, The Reverend G. A. Weekes, having a telephone conversation with the President of Harvard University. Shortly after the transatlantic telephone service between London and New York was inaugerated, the service was rolled out to other areas of Britain
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29th Cambridge Chancellor Conversation Harvard Reverend Rolled Shortly Speaking Telephone Trans Atlantic University Vice Weekes 1927 January
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
"Bring the historic moment of dialogue between two prestigious universities to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug. Featuring the iconic image of Vice-Chancellor G. A. Weekes of Cambridge University engaging in a telephone conversation with the President of Harvard University, this mug is a unique and thought-provoking addition to your collection. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality images from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting colors. Start your day with a reminder of the rich history and academic excellence of these esteemed institutions. Order yours today and enjoy your favorite beverage in style and substance."
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
A Pioneering Conversation Across the Atlantic: The Reverend G.A. Weekes, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge, and the President of Harvard University Engage in a Historic Telephone Call (1927) This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in history as The Reverend G.A. Weekes, Vice-Chancellor of the prestigious University of Cambridge in Britain, engages in a telephone conversation with the President of Harvard University in the United States. The call, made shortly after the transatlantic telephone service between London and New York was inaugurated on January 25, 1927, marked a new era in global communication. The Reverend Weekes, dressed in academic robes, is seen intently listening to the Harvard President on the other end of the line. The telephone, a bulky and impressive piece of technology for the time, sits prominently on a table between them. The image, taken on the 29th of January, 1927, is a testament to the rapid advancements in technology that were transforming the world. The transatlantic telephone service was a major import for Britain, and its rollout to other areas of the country was a cause for celebration. The telephone call between Cambridge and Harvard was a symbolic representation of the growing connections between the two universities and the broader academic community. The conversation between these esteemed educational institutions paved the way for increased collaboration and knowledge exchange across continents. This photograph, from the ILN (International News Ltd.) collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the remarkable progress that has been made in communication technology over the past century.
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