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The Pneumatic Despatch Companys Tube at Battersea (engraving)
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The Pneumatic Despatch Companys Tube at Battersea (engraving)
2773596 The Pneumatic Despatch Companys Tube at Battersea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pneumatic Despatch Companys Tube at Battersea. Illustration for the Illustrated Times, 14 September 1861.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23139804
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Battersea Carriages Communications Disc Engine House Exit Postal Showing Tube Exhausting
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This print takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a pivotal moment in transportation history. The image showcases "The Pneumatic Despatch Company's Tube at Battersea" an engraving that offers a glimpse into the innovative communication systems of the time. Intriguingly, this illustration was originally featured in the Illustrated Times on September 14,1861. It depicts an entrance to what appears to be a railway station or engine house, with carriages waiting outside. However, upon closer inspection, we discover that this is no ordinary transport hub. The tube itself stands as the centerpiece of this artwork - a marvel of engineering and ingenuity. This pneumatic despatch system utilized air chambers and advanced technology to propel cylindrical containers through underground tunnels for rapid delivery of mail and other items. The artist skillfully captures both ends of this remarkable contraption; one end shows an intricate disc mechanism while the other reveals an exhausting process where goods are unloaded from these capsules. The scene exudes excitement and curiosity about new possibilities for communication in London during that era. As we admire this historical gem from Bridgeman Images' collection, let us appreciate how far we have come since then. This image serves as a reminder of humanity's constant quest for progress and innovation in our ever-evolving world.
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