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Transatlantic communications: telephoning London to New York
How the London telephone subscriber will " get" New York: the wonders of transatlantic telephony, as explained by The Illustrated London News in 1927. Date: 1927
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Communication Exchange Technology Telephone Telephones Telephony Transatlantic 1927
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1. Title: "A Leap Across the Atlantic: The Magical Connection Between London and New York Via Transatlantic Telephony" 2. Subtitle: "An Explanation as Featured in The Illustrated London News in 1927" 3.. In 1927, the world was on the brink of a new era in communication as the wonders of transatlantic telephony connected London and New York like never before. This photograph from The Illustrated London News offers a glimpse into the fascinating process that made real-time conversations between the two great cities a reality. The image showcases the transatlantic telephone exchange, a marvel of technology that enabled the magical connection. The exchange, located in Newfoundland, Canada, was the hub of the underwater telephone cable system that spanned the vast Atlantic Ocean. The cable, made of copper wires insulated with gutta-percha, was capable of carrying telephone signals over long distances. The London telephone subscriber, eager to reach New York, would place a call at their local exchange, which would then be routed to the transatlantic exchange. The call would travel through the underwater cable, where it would be amplified at repeater stations to maintain signal strength. Once the call reached the New York end of the cable, it would be connected to the local exchange, allowing the New York recipient to answer. The telephone revolutionized international communication, bridging the distance between continents and bringing people closer together. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the early 20th century, as well as the enduring human desire to connect with one another, no matter the distance. This photograph, taken in 1927, offers a captivating look into the history of transatlantic telephony and the awe-inspiring connection between London and New York.
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