Grand procession to the electric light in New York, 1884. US
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Grand procession to the electric light in New York, 1884. US
Grand procession to the electric light in New York on October 31, 1884. Experiment Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931). Colored engraving. USA
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Alva Edison Electric Experiment Invention Nightly Nocturnal Nocturne Procession Stagecoach
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Grand Procession to the Electric Light in New York, October 31, 1884: A Historical Moment in American Innovation This colored engraving depicts a pivotal moment in American history: the Grand Procession to the Electric Light in New York City on October 31, 1884. The event marked the public unveiling of Thomas Alva Edison's (1847-1931) groundbreaking invention, the electric light bulb. The image captures the excitement and anticipation of the era, as a grand procession of carriages and stagecoaches, adorned with decorative lights, makes its way through the bustling streets of New York. The crowd, a diverse representation of society, gathers in awe, eager to witness the illumination of the city's streets by electric light for the very first time. Thomas Alva Edison, the inventor at the center of this historical moment, stands confidently on the stage, surrounded by his team of scientists and engineers. With a flick of a switch, the night is transformed into a nocturnal wonderland, as the electric lights cast a warm, inviting glow over the cityscape. This engraving serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the human spirit, as well as the transformative power of innovation. The Grand Procession to the Electric Light in New York City on October 31, 1884, marked the beginning of a new era in American history, forever changing the way we live, work, and experience the night.
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