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GPO Bakelite telephone with dial
GPO Bakelite telephone with dial Date: 1936
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Bakelite Communication Dial Phone Receiver Technology Telephone 1936
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Step back in time with this image of a GPO Bakelite telephone from the 1930s. The telephone, with its distinctive curved shape and gleaming black finish, is a testament to the advanced technology of the era. The use of Bakelite, a type of plastic, made the telephone more durable and easier to manufacture than its predecessors. This particular telephone, produced in 1936, features a rotary dial that allows the user to manually connect calls. The receiver, with its elegant design and comfortable earpiece, sits atop the telephone, ready for use. The telephone's sleek and modern appearance was a great improvement from the bulky and unsightly telephones of the past. The image of the telephone is set against a backdrop of a magazine from August 1936, adding to the vintage feel. The magazine, with its Art Deco design, further emphasizes the era's focus on modernity and progress. The Great Western Railway logo in the top left corner of the magazine also serves as a reminder of the important role that the railway played in connecting people across great distances during this time. The GPO Bakelite telephone is a symbol of the communication revolution that took place during the 1930s. It allowed people to connect with each other from the comfort of their own homes, bridging great distances and bringing people closer together. This photograph is not only a beautiful piece of history, but also a reminder of the incredible advancements in technology that have shaped our world.
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