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Battle of Fleurus, 16 June 1794. Marshal Jean Baptiste Jourdan (1762-1833) victorious
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Size: 6000 x 4940 (10.7MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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Battle of Fleurus, 16 June 1794. Marshal Jean Baptiste Jourdan (1762-1833) victorious
Battle of Fleurus, 16 June 1794. Marshal Jean Baptiste Jourdan (1762-1833) victorious against the Austrians. This was the first use of a hot air balloon (Montgolfier) in warfare. The balloon is in top right of picture. The French used it for reconnaisance. Galerie des Batailles, Versailles
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1794 Aeronautics Austrian Austrians Balloon Ballooning Baptiste Batailles Battle European Galerie Jean June Marshal Montgolfier Picture Versailles Victorious Warfare Fleurus Jourdan Reconnaisance
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic Battle of Fleurus on 16 June 1794, where Marshal Jean Baptiste Jourdan emerged victorious against the Austrians. However, what makes this image truly remarkable is the presence of a hot air balloon, known as a Montgolfier, in the top right corner. This marked the first-ever use of such an innovative contraption in warfare. The French ingeniously employed this balloon for reconnaissance purposes during the battle. As it gracefully floated above the chaos and carnage below, it provided valuable information about enemy positions and movements to Marshal Jourdan and his troops on the ground. Displayed proudly in Versailles' Galerie des Batailles, this photograph immortalizes not only Jourdan's triumph but also highlights France's pioneering role in aeronautics during times of war. The juxtaposition of traditional military tactics with cutting-edge technology serves as a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability. It is important to note that while this historical moment showcases how balloons were used effectively for military reconnaissance at that time, we should refrain from mentioning any commercial applications or associations with modern-day ballooning companies. Instead, let us marvel at how innovation has shaped our understanding of warfare throughout history.
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