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Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles departing Nesle, France, after the landing of the first hydrogen balloon flight from Paris on 1 December 1783. On the ground at left, Marie-Noel Robert takes statements of the witnesses. Hand-colored etching, French, 1783
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Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles departing Nesle, France, after the landing of the first hydrogen balloon flight from Paris on 1 December 1783. On the ground at left, Marie-Noel Robert takes statements of the witnesses. Hand-colored etching, French, 1783
HYDROGEN BALLOON, 1783.
Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles departing Nesle, France, after the landing of the first hydrogen balloon flight from Paris on 1 December 1783. On the ground at left, Marie-Noel Robert takes statements of the witnesses. Hand-colored etching, French, 1783
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1783 Alexandre Ascent Aviation Balloon Ballooning Cesar December Departure Equestrian Etching First Flying Gondola Hydrogen Jacque Jacques Marie Noel Robert Witness Aeronautics Nesle
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This print captures the historic moment of Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles departing Nesle, France, after the landing of the first hydrogen balloon flight from Paris on 1 December 1783. The hand-colored etching showcases the excitement and wonder surrounding this groundbreaking event in aeronautics. In the image, we see Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles preparing to take off into the sky, his hydrogen balloon towering above him. A crowd has gathered to witness this extraordinary feat, their faces filled with anticipation and awe. On the ground at left, Marie-Noel Robert diligently records statements from witnesses who have experienced this remarkable spectacle. The scene is set against a picturesque French landscape, adding an element of serenity to the otherwise exhilarating atmosphere. A lone horseman stands nearby on his majestic steed, symbolizing both adventure and equestrian prowess. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire to explore new frontiers. It encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in aviation history but also represents humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery. As we gaze upon this timeless artwork, we are transported back to that late afternoon in 1783 when dreams took flight and possibilities seemed endless. It reminds us that sometimes it takes courage to defy gravity and soar beyond what was once thought possible.
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