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Science & Technology

How the telegraph took off in Victorian London

This invention marked the beginning of instant messaging – and standardised time

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From our experts

In search of East End food on Roman Road

Where pie and mash meets biryani and dal puri

Trades & Workers
Trades & Workers

Chimney sweeps’ soot-stained past

Brush up on the history of a trade that once sent children climbing into danger

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Working History
Working History

Cables

India Rubber, Gutta-Percha and Telegraph Works Co. Ltd

1869

Working History
Working History

Telephone receiver

London and Globe Telephone and Maintenance Co. Ltd

C. 1882

Working History
Working History

Flintlock pistol

Blair

1786-1811