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Framed Print of John Feeks being electrocuted, 1889
John Feeks being electrocuted. In Lower Manhattan, New York, USA, in 1889, Western Union lineman John Feeks was electrocuted by alternating current (AC) wires. His corpse dangled for hours, unable to be retrieved. At the time there was a battle for dominance between AC and direct current (DC). The latter was favoured by Thomas Edison, who had considerable commercial interest in its success. He used this death as evidence for the dangerous nature of AC current. Eventually AC won the battle for dominance. Its properties allowed it to be easily transformed and transferred large distances without loss. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © SHEILA TERRY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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Experience the thrilling history of electricity with our Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Science Photo Library. This image depicts the moment when Western Union lineman John Feeks became an unwitting victim of the emerging technology in 1889. Witness the electrifying story of the first recorded electrocution, a pivotal moment in the development of alternating current. Add this intriguing piece to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of electrical history into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.4cm x 58.8cm (16.3" x 23.1")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 86.6cm (24.4" x 34.1")
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