Divers boring and blasting rocks
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Divers boring and blasting rocks
Divers boring and blasting rocks wearing John Bethells patent diving dresses. Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen. S. Bendixen Lith. Date: 1838
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1838 Bethell Blasting Boring Breathing Device Dive Diver Divers Dives Diving Dresses Haghe Investigation Lithographers Patent Rocks Underwater Bendixen
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1. Title: Divers at Work: Boring and Blasting Rocks, 1838 This image, dated 1838, depicts a team of intrepid divers engaged in the laborious process of boring and blasting rocks underwater. The divers, dressed in John Bethell's patent diving dresses, are shown meticulously drilling holes in the rocky seabed before detonating explosives to shatter the material. This intricate underwater investigation was a common practice during the 19th century for various purposes, including the extraction of minerals, construction of harbors, and the expansion of shipping lanes. The intricately detailed lithograph, produced by Day & Haghe Lithographers to the Queen and S. Bendixen Lith., showcases the divers' concentration and focus as they work in the depths of the sea. The diving dresses, designed by the renowned British inventor John Bethell, enabled the divers to breathe underwater using a long tube connected to the surface. This revolutionary device allowed them to remain submerged for extended periods, making underwater exploration and labor a viable option. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, revealing the dedication and ingenuity required to carry out such complex tasks in the underwater environment. The intricate details of the divers' equipment, the rocky seabed, and the bubbles rising to the surface all contribute to the captivating narrative of this historic lithograph.
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