Alexander G. Bell with his future wife
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Alexander G. Bell with his future wife
Alexander G. Bell with his future wife. Artwork of Scottish-US inventor and telephone pioneer Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) with his future wife Mabel Gardiner Hubbard (1857-1923) and a telephone (lower centre). Mabel, who became deaf from the age of five, was one of Bells private pupils when he was a teacher of the deaf and professor of Vocal Physiology and Elocution in Boston, USA. They married in 1877, a few days after Bells acceptance by Mabels family was assured with the establishment of the Bell Telephone Company. They went on to raise a family of two daughters
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1870s Alexander Graham Bell Boston Cartoon Device Husband Invention Inventor Love Lovers North American Patient Professor Pupil Romance Romantic Scottish Speech Therapist Speech Therapy Teacher Teaching Telephone Trainer Training Wife Alexander Bell Bell Telephone Company Elocution Falling In Love
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This artwork captures the love story of Alexander Graham Bell and his future wife, Mabel Gardiner Hubbard. In this 19th-century illustration, we see the Scottish-American inventor and telephone pioneer standing proudly beside Mabel, with a telephone placed at their feet as a symbol of their groundbreaking achievements. Mabel, who tragically lost her hearing at a young age, became one of Bell's private pupils when he was teaching the deaf in Boston. As professor of Vocal Physiology and Elocution, he worked tirelessly to help those with speech impairments communicate effectively. Little did they know that their professional relationship would blossom into something more profound. Their romance flourished against all odds, leading them to marry in 1877 after securing acceptance from Mabel's family through the establishment of the Bell Telephone Company. Together, they embarked on an extraordinary journey raising two daughters while revolutionizing communication technology. This heartwarming image showcases not only their deep affection for each other but also highlights their significant contributions to society. It serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries and can transcend any obstacle life throws our way. Through this enchanting artwork by Science Photo Library, we are transported back to witness the beginnings of an enduring partnership between two remarkable individuals whose legacy continues to shape our world today.
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