Semaphore Time Ball Tower (Adelaide, SA)

Australia / South Australia / Adelaide / Adelaide, SA / Semaphore Road
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Semaphore's importance as a communications centre was confirmed when a Telegraph and Post Office was established in 1856. The Time Ball Tower was erected in 1875 adjacent to the Signal Station. Before wireless time-signals were invented these towers were found at all main ports throughout the world.
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Coordinates:   34°50'18"S   138°28'50"E
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