The Cable That Changed the World

The Cable That Changed the World
NR 1 hr 30 minDocumentary, History
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.

Movie Details

Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Patricia Carroll, Ruán Magan
Production Companies:RTÉ, BBC Northern Ireland, Tyrone Productions