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The Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet Assembled at Berehaven (Southwest Coast of Ireland)
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The Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet Assembled at Berehaven (Southwest Coast of Ireland)
The Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet Assembled at Berehaven (Southwest Coast of Ireland): Ships, the Great Eastern, H.M.S. Terrible, the Alby, the Medway and the William Cory, 1866
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The Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet Assembled at Berehaven - A Historic Moment in Communications
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. This print by Robert Charles Dudley captures a significant moment in the history of communications. The artwork showcases the impressive fleet assembled at Berehaven, on the southwest coast of Ireland, for the laying of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable in 1866. In this vibrant and detailed painting, we see several ships that played crucial roles in this monumental undertaking. The Great Eastern, H. M. S. Terrible, Alby, Medway, and William Cory dominate the scene with their grandeur and purposeful presence. These vessels were instrumental in connecting America and Britain through an underwater telegraph cable across the vast Atlantic Ocean. The artist's skillful use of color brings to life both land and sea as they serve as witnesses to this engineering marvel. Flags proudly wave atop masts representing both American and British interests involved in this historic project. Robert Charles Dudley masterfully portrays not only the technological aspect but also highlights human involvement by including people on board these magnificent ships. Their presence reminds us that behind every great achievement lies countless hours of hard work and dedication. This remarkable artwork is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, serving as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and its ability to overcome geographical barriers through innovation. It stands as a tribute to those visionaries like Cyrus West Field who dared to dream big and forever changed global communication networks.
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