The Atlantic Telegraph (1865)
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In the mid-19th century, the race to connect continents reached a pivotal moment with the ambitious endeavor to lay the first telegraph cable across the Atlantic Ocean. "The Atlantic Telegraph (1865)" by Sir William Howard Russell meticulously chronicles this groundbreaking project, highlighting the technological innovations and the relentless spirit of the engineers involved. With a focus on the cable's construction and the challenges of transatlantic communication, Russell's account captures the urgency of the moment and the transformative potential of instantaneous messaging. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this document offers a rich exploration of the intersection between technology and society, revealing how the telegraph reshaped global connectivity and communication.
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