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First aerial voyage, de Rozier
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First aerial voyage, de Rozier
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This print depicts the historic moment of the first aerial voyage by the Montgolfier brothers and the Marquis d'Arlandes, which took place on June 4, 1783 in Versailles, France. The image captures the exhilarating scene as the hot air balloon, named "The Montgolfier Number 1," ascends into the clear blue sky, leaving the earth and its onlookers below in awe. The Marquis d'Arlandes, the brave soul who dared to take the first leap of faith, is shown standing in the wicker basket, holding onto the ropes as the balloon begins to gain altitude. The Montgolfier brothers, Jacques-Étienne and Joseph-Michel, watch from the ground with a mix of pride and trepidation, as their invention defies gravity and soars into the heavens. The hot air balloon, filled with the smoke from a roaring fire, rises higher and higher, eventually disappearing from view, leaving behind a trail of smoke that marks the beginning of a new era in human exploration. This momentous achievement, which marked the beginning of aviation, opened up new possibilities for human exploration and discovery, and paved the way for the development of modern air travel. This print is a testament to the human spirit of innovation and the boundless curiosity that drives us to push the boundaries of what is possible.
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