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Submarine divers 1869
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Submarine divers 1869
Divers wearing diving armour with flexible arms and helmet with eye-plates of strong glass, with a fresh supply of oxygen been pumped in through a long hose to allow the operator to say under the water for longer.
1869
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This photograph, taken in 1869, showcases a groundbreaking moment in underwater exploration as two intrepid divers prepare to descend into the depths of the ocean. Dressed in their innovative diving garments, the divers don intricately designed suits that feature flexible arms and helmets equipped with strong glass eye-plates. These advanced costumes, a significant improvement from earlier rigid suits, allowed for greater mobility and visibility underwater. The divers' essential breathing apparatus is connected to the surface by a long, thick hose, which delivers a fresh supply of oxygen to enable them to remain submerged for extended periods. The importance of this equipment is underscored by the presence of a bell, a vital communication tool that allowed the divers to signal to their support team on the surface. The image, captured in the late 1800s, represents the cutting edge of 19th-century underwater technology. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those who dared to venture beneath the waves, paving the way for future advancements in submarine exploration and underwater technology.
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