Grande ascensio, e descida em Guarda-Queda por Eugenio Rober
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Grande ascensio, e descida em Guarda-Queda por Eugenio Rober
Grande ascensio, e descida em Guarda-Queda por Eugenio Robertson, hoje domingo 12 de dezembro... Portuguese broadside announcing an ascension by balloonist Eugene Robertson. Includes pictures of a balloon and parachutes. Date between ca. 1820 and 1835
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Domingo Eugenio Grande Guarda Robertson Tissandier Aeronautics
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Grande Ascensão e Descedida em Guarda-Queda by Eugenio Robertson: A Thrilling Balloon Adventure of the 19th Century Sunday, 12th December - A Portuguese broadside announces an exhilarating ascent and descent by the renowned balloonist Eugenio Robertson. The image captivates the imagination with a depiction of Robertson's hot air balloon, adorned with intricate designs and vibrant colors, ascending towards the heavens. The sense of anticipation is palpable as the balloon, anchored by a multitude of cords, prepares for takeoff. Ballooning, a popular form of entertainment and scientific exploration during the early 1800s, brought both thrill and danger. Robertson, a skilled aeronaut, embarks on his adventure from the picturesque location of Guarda-Queda. The accompanying illustration shows the balloon's descent, with parachutes deployed, adding an element of suspense and excitement. Eugenio Robertson, a pioneer in the field of aeronautics, was known for his daring exploits. His ascensions and descents captivated audiences across Europe, inspiring wonder and curiosity about the possibilities of human flight. Robertson's adventures paved the way for future pioneers, such as Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, who continued to push the boundaries of aviation. This broadside, dating between approximately 1820 and 1835, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the skies were a realm of adventure and discovery. The image of Robertson's ascent and descent serves as a testament to the human spirit's insatiable curiosity and our fascination with the unknown.
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