Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Jerichower Land
Genthin
Optical Telegraph Station No. 10 (Prussian Optical Telegraph)
Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Jerichower Land
Genthin
Optical Telegraph Station No. 10 (Prussian Optical Telegraph)
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Location: Genthin, Jerichower Land, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
A foundation made of Prussian clay bricks shows the floor plan of the former telegraph station. A seat and information boards invite you to linger
May 18, 2020
The Prussian optical telegraph was the longest telegraph line in Europe. The plant is referred to as the beginning of telecommunications in Germany. The stations were on average about 9.6 km apart, with a maximum distance of 16.0 km and a minimum of 2.1 km.
March 22, 2022
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