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In 1874, the first successful transatlantic telegraph cable between the United States and Europe was completed. It ran from Ireland to Rye Beach and ushered in a new era of global communications. When you get a phone call, e-mail, text, or fax, be sure to think of the Rye Beach residents wading into the ocean to help drag this cable onshore! Further reading: https://ryehistoryrocks.…Learn More
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global communications,historical event,rye public library,transatlantic cable,transatlantic cable lands in rye!,rye beach residents
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