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?5 a minute London - New York telephone. Mr E H Shaughnessy, OBE, MIEE, Assistant
?5 a minute London - New York telephone.
Mr E H Shaughnessy, OBE, MIEE, Assistant Engineer in chief at the GPO, who has been in charge of the experiments at the GPO, phone through which he has spoken to New York.
29 December 1926
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This print takes us back to the early days of transatlantic communication. Pictured here is Mr E H Shaughnessy, OBE, MIEE, Assistant Engineer in chief at the GPO (General Post Office), proudly showcasing the groundbreaking ?5 a minute London - New York telephone. As an expert in his field, Mr Shaughnessy has been instrumental in overseeing the experiments conducted at the GPO to establish this revolutionary means of long-distance communication. The phone he holds represents a significant milestone in technological advancement during the 1920s. The monochrome image captures both the excitement and wonder surrounding this new mode of connection between two great cities separated by thousands of miles. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress. Taken on 29th December 1926, this photograph offers us a glimpse into an era between wars when Europe was rapidly evolving technologically. The image itself carries historical significance as it showcases one of many advancements that would shape society for years to come. Preserved by Central News and now part of Europeana Photography collection, this snapshot transports us back to a time when speaking across continents was no longer just a dream but an extraordinary reality.
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