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TRANSCONTINENTAL TELEPHONE. The final pole of the transcontinental telephone line
TRANSCONTINENTAL TELEPHONE.
The final pole of the transcontinental telephone line put into service at Wendover, Utah, on the Nevada-Utah border. Photograph, , 17 June 1914
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Media ID 12407068
1914 Communication Flag June Nevada Sign Technology Telephone Line Telephone Pole Transcontinental Utah Wendover
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a significant moment in American history - the installation of the final pole of the transcontinental telephone line. Taken on June 17,1914, at Wendover, Utah, near the Nevada-Utah border, this image showcases the remarkable progress made in communication technology during that era. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a group of men proudly standing beside the towering telephone pole. They are dressed in work attire and appear to be workers involved in this groundbreaking project. The American flag waves proudly above them as a symbol of national pride and achievement. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it marked an important milestone in connecting people across vast distances. This transcontinental telephone line was an early testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. It paved the way for improved communication between different regions of America's vast west. While commercial use is not mentioned explicitly here, one can only imagine how transformative this development must have been for individuals living far apart from their loved ones or conducting business across great distances. This vintage photograph serves as a reminder of our ancestors' determination to bridge gaps and connect communities through innovation. It stands as a tribute to those who worked tirelessly to bring about such monumental advancements that continue to shape our world today.
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