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Lesage experimenting with the first electric telegraph, Geneva, 1774 (1876)
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Lesage experimenting with the first electric telegraph, Geneva, 1774 (1876)
Lesage experimenting with the first electric telegraph, Geneva, 1774 (1876). George Louis Lesage (1724-1803), Swiss scientist, devised an early form of electric telegraph. It had a separate wire for each letter of the alphabet and a range limited to the distance between two rooms in Lesages home. FromLes Grandes Inventions (The Great Inventions) by Louis Figuier. (Paris, 1876)
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Desk Electric Electricity Experiment Figuier Innovation Invention Inventor Louis Louis Figuier Physicist Physics Scientist Swiss Switzerland Telecommunication Telecommunications Telegraph Telegraphy Ann Ronan Pictures Georges Louis Lesage Wood Engraving
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In this print, we are transported back to Geneva in 1774, witnessing a groundbreaking moment in scientific history. The image captures George Louis Lesage, a brilliant Swiss scientist, as he conducts an experiment with the first electric telegraph. Lesage's innovation is evident in the intricate setup before him - a table adorned with various apparatuses and wires that represent each letter of the alphabet. This early form of telegraphy was limited to transmitting messages within the confines of two rooms in Lesage's home. The photograph exudes an air of curiosity and ingenuity as Lesage delves into uncharted territory. His intense focus on his work reflects his dedication to pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers. Surrounded by the trappings of his occupation, including books, papers, and scientific instruments, Lesage stands as a testament to human progress and our insatiable thirst for knowledge. The wooden interior adds warmth to the scene while also reminding us that these advancements were born from humble beginnings. This remarkable snapshot not only immortalizes Lesage's contribution but also serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of telecommunications. It is through such pioneering spirits that our world has been shaped into what it is today - interconnected and driven by constant innovation.
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