History of the Atlantic telegraph

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History of the Atlantic telegraph

Date1867

Names

Field, Henry M. (Henry Martyn), 1822-1907 (author)

Scribner & Co. (publisher)

Format

Book

Notes

History of the Atlantic telegraph. Title on spine: Atlantic telegraph. Five of the plates have been tipped in by previous owner.

Subject

Transatlantic cables

Medium

Hardcover books

Dimensions||ill. 7 plates.||

Extent

ill. 7 plates.

Language

CollectionBaldwin Collection of Canadiana

Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession Number37131055330633D

Dewey Number384.45 F37 BR

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