The Kings Christmas Speech, 1933
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The Kings Christmas Speech, 1933
A page from The Sphere December 1933, entitled, The Kings Christmas Speech - how it will be broadcast to the world". Pictured are engineers and operators of the international switchboard at the Faraday Building, the General Post Office International Telephone Exchange, relaying the royal message across the world. Date: 1933
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Broadcast Broadcasting Communication Engineer Engineers Exchange Kings Oct17 Office Operators Relaying Speech Switchboard Technology Telephone Transmission Wireless
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The King's Christmas Speech, 1933: A Technological Marvel of Global Communication This image from The Sphere's December 1933 edition showcases a pivotal moment in communication history: the international relaying of King George V's Christmas Speech. The scene unfolds at the Faraday Building, the General Post Office International Telephone Exchange, where a team of dedicated engineers and operators worked tirelessly to transmit the royal message across the world. The 1930s marked a significant shift in communication technology, with wireless broadcasting emerging as a powerful tool for mass communication. This photograph encapsulates the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defined the era. The engineers and operators, dressed in their formal attire, are intently focused on their tasks, their expressions a testament to the gravity of the moment. The switchboard, a marvel of engineering, is a labyrinth of wires and switches, connecting the United Kingdom to the rest of the world. The operators, poised with headsets and maps, are ready to receive and forward the speech to the various broadcasting stations across the globe. The intricate network of telephone lines and wireless transmitters symbolizes the interconnectedness of the world, even in an age where travel was limited and distance seemed insurmountable. The King's Christmas Speech was a tradition that brought people together, fostering a sense of unity and community. The image of the international switchboard at the General Post Office International Telephone Exchange stands as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of technology in bringing people closer, even in the most unexpected ways.
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