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The Brighton Review, preparing to ascend in a Balloon to view the Battle (engraving)
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The Brighton Review, preparing to ascend in a Balloon to view the Battle (engraving)
1624294 The Brighton Review, preparing to ascend in a Balloon to view the Battle (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Brighton Review, preparing to ascend in a Balloon to view the Battle. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 March 1883.
A C Corbould); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22318386
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ascend Balloon Ballooning Brighton Brighton Beach Brighton Review Charge Fixing Garden Wall Gas Works Military Reviews New Brighton Preliminaries Preparing Review Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers Sketching Standard Start Steady Sussex Valve Unfurling
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In this engraving by Alfred Courbould, titled "The Brighton Review, preparing to ascend in a Balloon to view the Battle" we are transported back in time to witness a remarkable event. The scene is set on a review ground, where military preparations are underway. A group of men can be seen standing near a steady garden wall, diligently preparing for their ascent into the sky. The focal point of the image is undoubtedly the magnificent balloon being unfurled and filled with gas. This grand spectacle attracts attention from all around as people gather to witness this extraordinary feat. Excitement fills the air as boys eagerly watch the proceedings unfold. As an artist sketches nearby, members of the Royal Naval Artillery Volunteers make final adjustments and fixes before taking off. The anticipation builds as they prepare themselves for an unparalleled view of an impending battle. Amidst all this activity, one cannot help but notice Kemp Town Gas Works in the background - a reminder that even amidst war and confrontation, life goes on. "The Brighton Review" captures both the beauty and thrill of ballooning during this era. It transports us back to a day when hot air balloons were not just objects of wonder but also served practical purposes such as reconnaissance during battles. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to immerse ourselves in history while appreciating artistry at its finest. It serves as a visual testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire for exploration and adventure.
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