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1865: Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet at Berehaven, Ireland | Limerick Archives

1865: Atlantic Telegraph Cable Fleet at Berehaven, Ireland

In 1865, the Atlantic Telegraph Cable fleet gathered at Berehaven, situated on the southwest coast of Ireland. This event marked a pivotal moment in global communication history, as it preceded the laying of the first successful transatlantic telegraph cable. The fleet’s assembly at Berehaven facilitated logistical preparations for the ambitious project, which aimed to establish a direct telegraph link between Europe and North America. The successful completion of the cable in subsequent years revolutionized long-distance communication, significantly reducing the time required to transmit messages between continents and facilitating closer international connections in the 19th century.

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