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ATLANTIC CABLE PARADE, 1858. The Atlantic Cable celebration - The Niagaras in Broadway
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ATLANTIC CABLE PARADE, 1858. The Atlantic Cable celebration - The Niagaras in Broadway
ATLANTIC CABLE PARADE, 1858.
The Atlantic Cable celebration - The Niagaras in Broadway. Engraving from Harpers Weekly, 11 September 1858
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1858 Atlantic Cable Atlantic Ocean Brady Broadway Cable Celebration Excitement Flag Magazine Matthew Newspaper Parade Patriotic Procession Sailor September Telegraph Cable Transatlantic Transcontinental
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This print titled "ATLANTIC CABLE PARADE, 1858" takes us back to a momentous event in American history. The image captures the excitement and patriotic fervor that filled the streets of Broadway during the Atlantic Cable celebration. In this engraving from Harper's Weekly, dated 11 September 1858, we witness a grand procession led by two magnificent ships named "The Niagaras". These vessels symbolize the monumental achievement of laying the transatlantic telegraph cable across the vast Atlantic Ocean. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we see men and women lining both sides of Broadway, eagerly waving flags and cheering for their country's triumph. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation as sailors proudly march through the middle of the street. Matthew Brady's skilled lens captures not only the exterior scene but also reveals an underlying sense of unity among people from all walks of life who have gathered to witness this historic moment. This parade showcases how technology has connected nations like never before. This print serves as a reminder of our ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges through innovation and determination. It immortalizes an era when communication transcended boundaries, paving the way for future advancements in global connectivity.
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