
4 0 c m
28cm
actual image size: 20cm x 32cm
Description
Photograph with Field's signature. Cyrus W Field (1819-1892) is noted for his succesful promotion of the first transatlantic telegraph cable. Field organised the London Telegraph Company and the Atlantic Telegraph company however suffered financial loses and died in poverty.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10301324
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