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SUBMARINE TELEGRAPH COMPANY
The instrument room of the Submarine Telegraph Company, Cornhill, London Date: 1851
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1851 Cornhill Electric Instrument Submarine Telegraph
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In this fascinating image from 1851, we are granted a rare glimpse into the instrument room of the Submarine Telegraph Company located in Cornhill, London. At the forefront of technological innovation during the Victorian era, the Submarine Telegraph Company was responsible for the development and operation of the first underwater telegraph cables, revolutionizing long-distance communication between Europe and North America. The room is filled with an intricate array of scientific instruments, each playing a crucial role in the transmission and reception of electric signals across the Atlantic Ocean. The most prominent feature is the large, ornate table, cluttered with various gadgets and apparatuses, including a Morse key, galvanometer, and battery. These instruments were essential for sending and receiving Morse code messages, which were then translated into written language. The walls are adorned with maps, charts, and diagrams, illustrating the complex network of underwater cables that connected various ports and cities. The room exudes an air of excitement and discovery, as the pioneers of this groundbreaking technology worked tirelessly to expand the boundaries of human communication. The Submarine Telegraph Company's achievements were not only significant for their time but also paved the way for future advancements in telecommunications. This image offers a captivating snapshot of a pivotal moment in history, when the world became a little smaller, and the potential for global connectivity was first realized.
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