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The operating room at the General Post Office, 1874
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The operating room at the General Post Office, 1874
3480011 The operating room at the General Post Office, 1874; (add.info.: The operating room at the General Post Office; St Martin's-Le-Grand; London. Opened in 1874.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38473346
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1870s Announcement Announcements Central Office Buildings Clerks General Post Office Main Office Building Medium Sized Office Message Messages Messenger Office Office Block Office Building Office Buildings Office Scene Office Worker Offices Officine Operator Telegraph Telegraph Table Telegraph Telegraphy Telegraphist Telegraphy
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This print captures the bustling operating room at the General Post Office in London, circa 1874. The image provides a glimpse into the intricate workings of communication during the 19th century, showcasing telegraph operators diligently sending and receiving messages.
Located in St Martin's-Le-Grand, this historic post office opened its doors in 1874 and quickly became a hub for transmitting important announcements and information across the United Kingdom. The telegraphists depicted in the photograph are seen hunched over their telegraph tables, focused on relaying messages with precision and speed.
The scene exudes an air of urgency and efficiency as messengers scurry about delivering vital communications to various corners of London. The atmosphere is alive with activity, highlighting the crucial role that postal services played in connecting people and facilitating communication during this era.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the evolution of technology and how advancements such as telegraphy revolutionized long-distance communication. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation, capturing a moment frozen in time within the walls of one of London's most iconic buildings.
Bridgeman Images has beautifully preserved this piece of history through their fine art reproduction, allowing us to appreciate the intricacies of postal operations in 19th-century Britain.
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