The Cable That Changed the World

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Released August 05, 2024

Overview

The first transatlantic communications cable, traversing the ocean floor from Valentia Island, County Kerry, to Newfoundland, Canada, 165 years ago was an 8 year endeavor that helped lay the foundation of the modern technology industry and explains the fragility of undersea cables today.

Runtime

1h 30m


Origin Country

Ireland


Original Language

English


Original Title

The Cable That Changed the World


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Germany
  • France
  • Ireland
  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

  • logo for RTÉ

    RTÉ

    Ireland

  • logo for BBC Northern Ireland

    BBC Northern Ireland

    Ireland

  • logo for Tyrone Productions

    Tyrone Productions

    Ireland

Crew

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