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Telegraphic submarine cable Dover - Calais: the cable pulled by the tug " Le Blazer " on 24 December 1851 under the direction of Mr Wollaston and Mr Crampton. Engraving 1868
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Telegraphic submarine cable Dover - Calais: the cable pulled by the tug " Le Blazer " on 24 December 1851 under the direction of Mr Wollaston and Mr Crampton. Engraving 1868
JAB4121411 Telegraphic submarine cable Dover - Calais: the cable pulled by the tug " Le Blazer " on 24 December 1851 under the direction of Mr Wollaston and Mr Crampton. Engraving 1868; (add.info.: Telegraphic submarine cable Dover - Calais: the cable pulled by the tug " Le Blazer " on 24 December 1851 under the direction of Mr Wollaston and Mr Crampton. Engraving 1868); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a momentous event in the history of telecommunications - the laying of the Telegraphic submarine cable between Dover and Calais on 24 December 1851. The cable, pulled by the tug "Le Blazer," was under the expert direction of Mr. Wollaston and Mr. Crampton, marking a significant advancement in communication technology during the 19th century.
The engraving from 1868 beautifully depicts this groundbreaking achievement, showcasing the intricate process of laying down the cable that would connect England and France for swift communication across borders. The dedication and precision required for such an undertaking is evident in every detail captured in this historical image.
As we gaze upon this piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded of the ingenuity and determination of those who paved the way for modern telecommunications. The collaboration between nations to establish such vital connections speaks volumes about our shared desire for progress and connectivity.
Let us marvel at this remarkable photograph as a testament to human innovation and cooperation, celebrating how far we have come since that fateful day in December 1851 when technology bridged countries together beneath the waves.
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