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The Great Gamble

A dramatization about Cyrus Field, who after several unsuccessful attempts, realized his dream of laying a cable across the Atlantic from Newfoundland to Ireland. The story of the great faith and fortitude of Cyrus Field in his attempt to lay the first telegraphy cable beneath the Atlantic Ocean. Field was labeled a swindler when his first try failed, but he continued his work.

English
  • Originally Aired October 12, 1954
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network ABC (US)
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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Name Type Role
Warner Law Writer
William J. Thiele Director