The listing of the submarine telephone cable hauler and gantry at Enderby’s Wharf in Greenwich this year, is a reminder of the area’s rich industrial heritage. The gantry dates from between 1897 and 1907, whilst the cable hauler was installed in 1954 specifically to assist in the loading of TAT-1, the first successful transatlantic telephone cable, which went into operation in 1956. According to Historic England, it laid the foundations for internet communication, helping to connect England with the rest of the world.
You can read more about the world class industrial heritage and archaeology of the area by exploring a series of books on industrial Greenwich by local historian Mary Mills. These publications cover shipbuilding, telecommunications, the gas industries, and many other industries.
Industrial Heritage Networks 