Balloons Collection (#8)

Seddon biplane early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Caudron G11 biplane taking off from HMS Hermes early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Lake Windermere hydroplane early 1900s

1909 - Paul de Lesseps in a Bleriot Monoplane
Doncaster Race Course First Aviation Meeting in October 1909 - Paul de Lesseps in a Bleriot Monoplane

Doncaster Race Course - 1909 - Cody's damaged biplane
Doncaster Race Course First Aviation Meeting in October 1909 - Cody's damaged biplane

Doncaster Aerodrome Biplane early 1900s

Doncaster Race Course First Aviation Meeting in October 1909 - Ladougne Goupy biplane

Felixstowe Navy Seaplane early 1900s

Gordon England in a Bristol Aeroplane at Brooklands early 1900s

Mr Fischer in an early sea plane early 1900s

Bill Cody flying his Cathedral Aeroplane at Brooklands early 1900s

Henri Farman in Biplane Blackpool 1909

Vickers HMA 23 Airship Centre Car, Barrow in Furness in 1917
Vickers HMA 23 Airship Centre Car at Barrow in Furness in 1917

Bleriot biplane at the Grahame White Flying School in Hendon early 1900s

Airship R31

Sopwith 807 on HMS Ark Royal early 1900s

Vickers Rigid Airship No. 1

North Sea Airship

SHORT Bros 166 biplane on HMS Ark Royal early 1900s

Vickers EFBI Destroyer biplane at Aero Show Olympia in 1913

Vickers Airship HMA No. 23 at Barrow in Furness in 1917

Vickers Airship HMA No. 1 at Barrow in Furness in 1911

The Bunnies enjoying the Party Date: 1924

Alican Land Barrage Balloons
A WW2 children's story book illustration from The Story Of Alican Land, written by Joan Hunt. The image shows some Alican Land barrage ballons used to push back the misery dragons

WW2 Christmas Card, 911 Squadron
A WW2 Christmas greetings card issued by the 911 (county of Warwick) squadron, Royal Air Force. The illustration shows a series of four erected barrage balloons, however

WW2 Britain's Forces With Allies
This illustration combined a number of John Hassal's works, portraying members of Britain's forces during WW2, along with their allies

Children in fancy dress pulling a Christmas cracker Date: 1940s

Trainee paratroops descending from a Barrage Balloon
Royal Air Force - Trainee paratroops descending from a Barrage Balloon, during training. The RAF's Balloon Operations Squadron, flying barrage balloons, was active training paratroops

Girls dancing at a children's party

Royal Aero Club of Great Britain Balloon, Elsie, at Gordon Bennett Balloon Race, 1925 Date: 1925

Barrage balloons protecting RAF station, Cardington, Beds
Barrage balloons protecting RAF station, Cardington, Bedfordshire Date: 1938

French War Balloon Patrie 1907
The latest success in military ballooning, the yellow Patrie maneuvering at a height of about a thousand feet above the Opera Quarter in Paris. Date: 8th July 1907

Germany and France - Conquest of the Air 1907
German and France, rivalry between two air-ships. The German air-ship that stayed up the longest for three hours over Berlin, over the French rival La Patrie. Date: 1907

Clment-Bayard No. 1 Airship 1908
Adolphe Clement-Bayard's latest French dirigible military airship, piloted by M. Henri Kapferer in response to a French Army decision to experiment with airship operations

Biggest experimental airship built at the time, designed by Dr. Barton and F. L. Rawson flying over Alexandra Palace, London. Date: 22nd July 1905

The Roof Raising Defence to Defeat Dive-Bombers
Latest device drawn by William Heath Robinson to defeat the dive bombers is a roof-raising by system of cogs, balloons and other lifting machinery. Date: 1941

William Heath Robinson shows how a remarkable and most heroic attempt was made by the Italians to convoy fresh fish to their troops through a minefield in the Mediterranean escort by fighter

ZENITH BALLOON ACCIDENT
Carrying away the dead bodies following the fatal crash of the balloon Zenith when the aeronauts on board fainted due to the ballon's high altitude Date: May 1, 1875

CARRIED ALOFT BY BALLOON
An Italian soldier gets entangled with a balloon's mooring rope, and is swept 300 metres into the air before falling to his death. Date: 1899

BALLOON ACCIDENT 1899
A balloonist dies in an accident at Beuzeville, France. Date: 1899

Andree's balloon, in gold, decorates the cover of this book. Date: 1898

Balloon flight in Nuremberg, Germany, by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, 1753, 1809
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Experiments with the tethered balloon on the sea near Helgoland, Germany, Historical
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the red balloon
Michael Allmaier

the blue balloon
Michael Allmaier

the journey has begun
Charlaine Gerber

HelloMrElephant
Marcel Egger

silent world
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"Balloons: A Whimsical Journey Through Time and Playfulness" Step into the world of balloons, where Barrage Balloons float gracefully in the sky, guarding the skies with their majestic presence. Picture No. 11993304 captures this breathtaking sight, reminding us of their significance during historical events like RAF Stanmore in 1939. But balloons aren't just for defense; they bring joy and laughter to our lives too. Just look at that adorable Bassett hound puppy with its ears being held up by vibrant balloons. It's a heartwarming reminder that even our furry friends can find delight in these colorful wonders. In Tantivy Towers, The Bohemians of Chelsea create an enchanting scene filled with whimsy and imagination as they playfully interact with balloons. Their carefree spirits remind us to embrace the childlike wonder within ourselves. W Heath Robinson's Railway Ribaldry illustration takes us on a comical journey through his imaginative mind. With Picture No. 10860956 showcasing his genius, we witness how he ingeniously incorporates balloons into everyday life scenarios, leaving us amused and amazed. The magic continues as we explore Dropping from a Kite Balloon in 1917 - an extraordinary feat accomplished by brave individuals who used balloons as platforms for aerial missions during wartime. This captivating image captured by ©EyeUbiquitous_20092712 transports us back to a time when courage knew no bounds. And let's not forget our beloved four-legged companions. A Cocker Spaniel puppy steals hearts as it playfully interacts with a heart-shaped balloon in this digitally manipulated masterpiece. It reminds us that sometimes all we need is a simple balloon to bring happiness into our lives. Finally, immerse yourself in the Balloon Festival Canberra – an event where thousands gather to witness the beauty of hot air balloons painting the sky with vibrant colors and patterns. It’s an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves us in awe of the wonders that they are create.