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Telegraph House, constructed on the site of a West Sussex semaphore-station, was the home of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) and Dora (his second wife), and the location of their progressive Beacon Hill School, established in 1927
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Telegraph House, constructed on the site of a West Sussex semaphore-station, was the home of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) and Dora (his second wife), and the location of their progressive Beacon Hill School, established in 1927
Telegraph House, constructed on the site of a West Sussex semaphore-station, was the home of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) and Dora (his second wife), and the location of their progressive Beacon Hill School, established in 1927. Russell's study was in the tower. Date: circa 1960s
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Beacon Bertrand Dora Harting Progressive Russell Semaphore Study Telegraph
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This print captures the historic Telegraph House, a significant landmark in West Sussex with a rich and fascinating history. Constructed on the site of a former semaphore-station, this impressive building was once the cherished home of renowned philosopher Bertrand Russell and his second wife, Dora. The couple transformed this unique location into the progressive Beacon Hill School in 1927, offering innovative education to students.
The image showcases Russell's study located in the tower of Telegraph House, where he undoubtedly spent countless hours contemplating and writing some of his most influential works. The surrounding landscape is dotted with lush trees that add to the serene and picturesque setting.
Dating back to the 1960s, this photograph provides a glimpse into a bygone era when Telegraph House stood as a beacon of intellectual pursuit and educational excellence. Its historical significance is palpable through its architecture and design elements that speak to its storied past.
As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the enduring legacy left behind by Bertrand Russell and Dora at Telegraph House - an enduring symbol of their commitment to progressivism and enlightenment.
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