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The Ocean Telegraph (engraving)
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The Ocean Telegraph (engraving)
1097984 The Ocean Telegraph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ocean Telegraph. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 December 1856.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22207176
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Atlantic Atlantic Ocean Bottom Brought Cable Highly Magnified Microscopic Images Newfoundland Piece Section Sounding St Johns Telegraphs Sounded
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The Ocean Telegraph - A Glimpse into 19th Century Submarine Communications
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. This photo print, titled "The Ocean Telegraph" takes us on a journey back to the 19th century when technological advancements were revolutionizing global connectivity. The engraving, created by an English School artist in the mid-1800s, captures a significant moment in history - the laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable. Intriguingly magnified, we witness Captain O. H. Berryman and his crew aboard the US Steamer Arctic as they embark on this groundbreaking mission. With meticulous detail, the engraving showcases a section of the highly anticipated submarine telegraph cable being carefully lowered into the depths of Valentia Bay in Ireland. As we delve deeper into this image's narrative, microscopic images reveal fascinating organisms known as infusoria that inhabit the ocean floor where sounding took place. These tiny creatures serve as a reminder of nature's intricate presence amidst human endeavors. "The Ocean Telegraph" symbolizes more than just a physical connection across vast distances; it represents humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and communication. This monumental achievement bridged continents and forever changed how information traveled across the Atlantic Ocean. Through this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported to an era where innovation knew no bounds. It serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and an invitation to explore our shared past while contemplating our future interconnectedness.
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