Smoke signalling
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Smoke signalling
Smoke signalling. Historical artwork of ancient Greek warriors using smoke signals to communicate. This was an early form of optical communication. Successive beacons on high points of land could be lit to transmit a signal across long distances. From La Telegraphie Historique by Alexis Belloc (1888)
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1888 Alexis Belloc Antiquity Beacon Burning Classical Communicating Communication Communications Drawing Fire Fires Greece Greek La Telegraphie Historique Optical Painting Signal Signalling Signals Smoke Smoking Soldier Soldiers Telecommunication Telecommunications Telegraphy Visual Warrior Ancient Greeks Beacons Bonfire Bonfires Grecian Warriors
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a historical artwork depicting ancient Greek warriors utilizing the power of smoke signals to communicate. Dating back to classical Greece, this early form of optical communication was an ingenious method employed by these skilled soldiers. The illustration showcases successive beacons strategically placed on high points of land, which were lit to transmit important messages across vast distances. The artist, Alexis Belloc, beautifully portrays the essence of this technological advancement in his detailed drawing. The image features a courageous Grecian warrior standing near a towering bonfire emitting thick plumes of smoke into the sky. This visual spectacle symbolizes the remarkable ability of humans to harness fire and transform it into a means for transmitting information. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time to witness how these brave men used their ingenuity and resourcefulness to establish effective telecommunication systems. The painting not only highlights the significance of optical communication but also emphasizes the importance of teamwork and coordination among soldiers during critical moments in history. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, we are reminded that technology has always played a vital role in shaping our world. It is through such artistic representations that we gain insight into our past and appreciate the advancements made by civilizations before us.
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