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Transport of the balloon Entreprenant from Mauberge to Charleroi, 1794 (1890s)
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Transport of the balloon Entreprenant from Mauberge to Charleroi, 1794 (1890s)
Transport of the balloon Entreprenant from Mauberge to Charleroi, 1794 (1890s). In 1794 the revolutionary Committee of Public Safety established a company of balloonists for the French Army, the French Aerostatic Corps, based at Meudon in the suburbs of Paris. One of their balloons, the Entreprenant provided vital reconnaissance information at the Battle of Fleurus in 1794. From the series The Dream of Flight. From a private collection
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This print captures the historic moment of the transport of the balloon Entreprenant from Mauberge to Charleroi in 1794. The image, taken in the 1890s, showcases a significant event during the French Revolutionary Wars. In an effort to gain an advantage on the battlefield, the revolutionary Committee of Public Safety established the French Aerostatic Corps and deployed their balloons for reconnaissance purposes. The Entreprenant played a crucial role at the Battle of Fleurus by providing vital information to strategize military movements. This lithograph from The Dream of Flight series depicts men meticulously maneuvering this innovative technology through country lanes and avenues towards its destination. The photograph not only highlights advancements in aviation but also portrays a glimpse into life during that era. It showcases soldiers and military personnel working together with civilians to transport this colossal balloon across rugged terrain. The vibrant colors bring out every detail, emphasizing both technological progress and human determination. This remarkable piece from a private collection serves as a reminder of France's pioneering spirit in exploring new frontiers. It encapsulates an important chapter in history when nations sought inventive ways to gain tactical advantages on battlefields while pushing boundaries in flight technology.
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