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New Aerostatic Machine
New Aerostatic Machine 65ft high and 120ft circumference in which M. Le. Chev de Moret will go up May 10th 1784. [Cuthbert-Hodgson Collection]
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10th 1784 Aerostatic Circumference Hodgson Moret
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This image showcases the New Aerostatic Machine, a groundbreaking invention of the late 18th century. Standing at an impressive height of 65 feet and boasting a circumference of 120 feet, this colossal creation was set to carry its first passenger, M. Le Chev de Moret, on a daring ascent on May 10th, 1784. The New Aerostatic Machine, a precursor to modern-day airplanes and hot air balloons, represented a significant leap forward in human flight technology. Though not an airplane in the conventional sense, it shared some similarities with the early designs of powered aircraft. The machine was essentially a large, spherical balloon, enclosed in a rigid framework that provided stability and support. M. Le Chev de Moret, an ambitious and daring French aristocrat, was chosen to be the first human to ascend in this colossal contraption. The anticipation surrounding this event was immense, as the New Aerostatic Machine represented not only a personal achievement for its creator but also a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of exploration and discovery. This photograph, part of the esteemed Cuthbert-Hodgson Collection, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the skies were still a frontier waiting to be conquered. The New Aerostatic Machine stands as a reminder of the awe-inspiring feats that have shaped the history of human flight and continue to inspire generations of innovators and dreamers.
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