Two millionth telephone
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Two millionth telephone
The postmaster general, The Earl de la Warr (right), presents to the constable of the Tower (Lord Alanbrooke), the 2, 000, 000th telephone installed in London in 1954
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000th 1954 Constable Installed Postmaster Presents Telephone Warr
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historical print from 1954, we see a significant moment in London's telecommunications history - the installation of the two millionth telephone. The postmaster general, The Earl de la Warr, is seen presenting this milestone telephone to the constable of the Tower, Lord Alanbrooke. This momentous occasion took place at the Tower of London, with both men looking on proudly as they mark this important achievement.
The image captures a sense of pride and progress as technology continues to advance in London. The significance of reaching two million telephones installed cannot be understated, representing a major step forward in communication infrastructure for the city.
This photograph serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of telecommunications and connectivity. It also highlights the importance of landmarks such as the Tower of London in shaping our technological landscape.
As we look back on this moment from over six decades ago, it is clear that advancements like these have paved the way for further innovation and development in communication technologies. The legacy of this two millionth telephone installation lives on as a testament to human ingenuity and progress.
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