Employment of the hot air balloon l Entreprenant as a reconnaissance post

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Employment of the hot air balloon l Entreprenant as a reconnaissance post

KW288071 Employment of the hot air balloon l Entreprenant as a reconnaissance post, from Wonderful Balloon Ascents or the Conquest of the Skies, by Fulgence Marion, published in c.1870 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: at the battle of Fleuris, June 26th 1794; ); Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

Media ID 12791669

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Ballooning Engineer Hot Air Balloon Inventor Launch Launching Lookout Tether Tethered Look Out Post

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This print captures the employment of the hot air balloon l'Entreprenant as a remarkable reconnaissance post during the battle of Fleuris on June 26th, 1794. Published in Fulgence Marion's "Wonderful Balloon Ascents or the Conquest of the Skies" around 1870, this lithograph showcases an incredible moment in history when science and engineering merged with warfare. The image depicts a scene filled with anticipation and wonder as the hot air balloon is being launched into the sky. Tethered to ensure stability, it serves as a lookout post high above the battlegrounds. This ingenious invention allowed military strategists to gain invaluable aerial perspectives, providing them with crucial information about enemy movements and positions. The photograph not only highlights the bravery and ingenuity of its inventor but also symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration and advancement. It reminds us that even in times of conflict, innovation can be harnessed for purposes beyond destruction. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot, we are transported back to a time when aviation was still in its infancy. The image invites us to marvel at how far we have come since then while acknowledging that every great achievement has humble beginnings. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and our unwavering determination to conquer new frontiers – both on land and in the boundless skies above.

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