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Great Eastern At Sea
Illustration of the Great Eastern with her escort ships during the laying of the Trans-Atlantic telegraph cable in July 1865. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)
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Kean Collection
Media ID 13588223
© 2010 Getty Images
1860 1869 Aboard At Sea Atlantic Colour Great Eastern Huty 17027 Illustrative Technique Laying Moving After Ship Steam Ship Steamboat Technology Telegraph Machine Trans Wire
Great Eastern At Sea - A Historic Moment in Trans-Atlantic Communication
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. This print from the Kean Collection depicts a significant event in history - the laying of the Trans-Atlantic telegraph cable in July 1865. The image showcases the majestic Great Eastern steamship, accompanied by her escort ships, as they embark on this groundbreaking endeavor. In vivid color and illustrative technique, this horizontal composition captures the grandeur of the Great Eastern as it cuts through the vast Atlantic Ocean. The ship's powerful presence symbolizes both technological advancement and financial investment, highlighting how commerce and innovation were intertwined during this era. The photograph focuses on one particular aspect of this historic mission - showcasing a telegraph machine aboard the Great Eastern. This device played a crucial role in establishing real-time communication between continents for the first time ever. It serves as a reminder of how far technology has come since those early days. As we gaze upon this archival masterpiece, we are transported back to an era where progress was measured by miles of wire laid beneath unforgiving waters. It is a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance that such an ambitious project was undertaken successfully. This print is not just a stunning work of art but also a window into an important chapter in our shared history. It reminds us that even amidst turbulent seas, humanity will always strive to connect with one another across great distances – be it physically or through means like telecommunication networks.
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