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Amazing flying machines CVS01_01_013
Filename: cvs01_01_013.jpg
Size: 4724 x 4724 (21.2MB)
Date: 10th June 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Images
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Amazing flying machines CVS01_01_013
Amazing flying machines. A hand-coloured engraving of an early frameless parachute, designed by Andre-Jacques Garnerin in 1797. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an extraordinary piece of history - the incredible flying machines that once mesmerized the Victorian era. The hand-coloured engraving depicts a remarkable early frameless parachute, ingeniously designed by Andre-Jacques Garnerin in 1797. As we gaze upon this image from the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating back to 1882-1892, we are transported back in time to witness the audacity and pioneering spirit of our ancestors. The sheer ingenuity behind this invention is awe-inspiring. With its intricate details meticulously captured in vibrant hues, one can almost envision the daring individuals who dared to take flight using such contraptions. This engraving serves as a testament to human curiosity and relentless pursuit for exploration. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it's impossible not to marvel at how far aviation has come since those early days. From humble beginnings like these frameless parachutes, humanity has now conquered skies with advanced aircrafts capable of traversing continents within hours. Let us cherish this glimpse into our past and appreciate the courage and innovation that led us towards achieving what was once deemed impossible. Historic England Archive preserves these moments so that future generations may continue to be inspired by their predecessors' boundless imagination and unwavering determination.
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