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The laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable, August 8th, 1866. Artist: Robert Dudley
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The laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable, August 8th, 1866. Artist: Robert Dudley
The laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable, August 8th, 1866. The launching of the buoy marking the spot where the cable had been grappled. An attempt in 1865 by Brunels giant steamship, the Great Eastern to lay the cable ended in failure when the cable snapped and the end was lost. The following year the Great Eastern succeeded in retrieving the lost cable and completing it, connecting Valentia in Ireland to Trinity Bay, Newfoundland. Instead of the length of a sea voyage, communication time between the two sides of the Atlantic became a matter of seconds. From The Atlantic Telegraph by William Howard Russell, published 1866
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The Laying of the Transatlantic Telegraph Cable, August 8th, 1866
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. This lithograph by Robert Dudley captures a pivotal moment in history - the successful laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable. The scene depicts the launching of a buoy that marks the spot where the cable had been grappled. It symbolizes triumph over adversity and represents mankind's relentless pursuit of progress. The artist beautifully portrays this significant event that took place on August 8th, 1866. Prior attempts to lay the cable had failed when it snapped and was lost during an expedition led by Isambard Kingdom Brunel aboard his colossal steamship, the Great Eastern. However, with sheer determination and unwavering perseverance, they managed to retrieve and complete the lost cable. With its completion, communication between Valentia in Ireland and Trinity Bay in Newfoundland became instantaneous - transforming transatlantic communications from a lengthy sea voyage into a matter of mere seconds. This groundbreaking achievement revolutionized global connectivity forever. Dudley's use of color brings life to this historic moment as men work diligently amidst vast ocean waters. The lithograph not only showcases technological advancements but also highlights human ingenuity and collaboration. In Sir William Howard Russell's book "The Atlantic Telegraph" published in 1866, he eloquently describes this remarkable feat that bridged continents through wires beneath unfathomable depths. This print from Heritage Images serves as a reminder of our ability to overcome challenges through innovation while celebrating an extraordinary milestone in human achievement.
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