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Opening of the Mont Cenis railway tunnel linking France and Switzerland, 1871
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Opening of the Mont Cenis railway tunnel linking France and Switzerland, 1871
Opening of the Mont Cenis railway tunnel linking France and Switzerland: the inauguration train passing through, September 1871. The Mont Cenis Tunnel was built between 1857 and 1871 to provide a rail link beneath the Alps connecting France and Italy. The 8 mile-long tunnel was the first rock tunnel of its type and represented a landmark achievement in civil engineering. Its construction owed much to the pneumatic drill invented by Germain Sommeiller, the tunnels engineer
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Alps Civil Engineering Construction Germain Inauguration Opening Railway Track Railway Tunnel Steam Locomotive The Alps Train Tunnel Underground Ann Ronan Pictures Mont Cenis Tunnel Wood Engraving
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This print captures a momentous event in history - the opening of the Mont Cenis railway tunnel linking France and Switzerland. In September 1871, amidst great excitement and anticipation, the inauguration train passed through this remarkable engineering feat. The Mont Cenis Tunnel was an extraordinary achievement in civil engineering, representing the first rock tunnel of its kind. Stretching over eight miles beneath the majestic Alps, this underground marvel connected France and Italy, revolutionizing transportation between these two countries. Its construction owed much to Germain Sommeiller's ingenious invention - the pneumatic drill. With his groundbreaking creation, Sommeiller paved the way for future advancements in tunnel construction. The image showcases a steam locomotive chugging along on newly laid railway tracks within this monumental tunnel. The wood engraving adds depth to this scene from the 19th century. The monochrome aesthetic further emphasizes both the grandeur of nature surrounding it and man's triumph over it. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded of how human ingenuity can overcome even seemingly insurmountable challenges. This photograph is not just a testament to technological progress but also serves as a symbol of unity between nations as they strive towards greater connectivity and cooperation
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