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Ader telephone system, 1881
Ader telephone system, 1881. The man on the left is making a call which passes through the operator at the exchange, centre, to the recipient on the right. French engineer Clement Ader (1841-1926) improved upon Alexander Graham Bells telephone. In 1880 he developed the first telephone network in Paris. Ader was also a pioneer of powered flight, designing an aeroplane which made a short flight of 300 yards in 1897, 7 years before the success of the Wright Brothers
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Clement Communication Innovation Invention Listening Oxford Science Archive Phone Speaking Telecommunication Telecommunications Telephone Telephone Exchange Telephone Operator Telephony Ader Clement Ader
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of telecommunications. Taken in 1881, it showcases the Ader telephone system, an innovation by French engineer Clement Ader that revolutionized communication during the late 19th century. In this image, we see a man on the left making a call using the Ader telephone system. His voice travels through wires to reach an operator at the exchange located in the center of the frame. From there, his message is transmitted to its intended recipient on the right side of the photograph. This early telecommunication network developed by Ader was instrumental in connecting people across Paris. Clement Ader's contributions extended beyond telephony; he was also a visionary pioneer of powered flight. In fact, seven years before the Wright Brothers' historic achievement, Ader successfully designed an aeroplane that made a short flight covering 300 yards in 1897. This remarkable print not only highlights Ader's ingenuity but also serves as a testament to France's rich history of scientific and technological advancements. It symbolizes both innovation and progress within communications during this era. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive and brought back to life by Heritage Images, this monochrome engraving offers us glimpses into an extraordinary period when ideas were transforming our world at an unprecedented pace.
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