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Ballooning CVS01_01_011
Filename: cvs01_01_011.jpg
Size: 4724 x 4724 (20.9MB)
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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Ballooning CVS01_01_011
Tales of balloon flight. A hand-coloured engraving of two men shooting at Jean-Pierre Blanchards Vaisseau Volant as it passes over France in 1784. In 1785, Blanchard and American physician John Jeffries became the first balloonists to cross the English Channel. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184973
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Balloon Engraving Flight Victorian
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the enchanting era of balloon flight in the late 18th century. The hand-coloured engraving depicts a momentous event as two brave men aim their rifles at Jean-Pierre Blanchard's Vaisseau Volant, soaring gracefully over the picturesque landscapes of France in 1784. The image encapsulates the audacity and wonder that surrounded early attempts at conquering the skies. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination, showcasing our relentless pursuit of exploration and adventure. Intriguingly, this particular balloonist duo would go on to make history just one year later. Jean-Pierre Blanchard, alongside American physician John Jeffries, accomplished an extraordinary feat by becoming the first individuals to successfully cross the English Channel in a hot air balloon. Preserved within the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892, this Victorian engraving offers us a glimpse into an era where dreams took flight against all odds. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured through time, we are reminded of humanity's unwavering spirit and its insatiable desire for discovery. Let this mesmerizing image transport you back centuries ago when balloons were not merely vessels but symbols of boundless imagination and courage.
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