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The fatal balloon accident in France - car of the Zenith with the three aeronauts, 1875
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The fatal balloon accident in France - car of the Zenith with the three aeronauts, 1875
3849910 The fatal balloon accident in France - car of the Zenith with the three aeronauts, 1875 by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: M. Croce- Spinelli (killed), M. Gaston Tissandier (the Survivor), M. Sivel (Killed).
Illustration for The Graphic, 24 April 1875.); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022
Media ID 23139410
© Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the tragic aftermath of "The fatal balloon accident in France - car of the Zenith with the three aeronauts" that occurred in 1875. The image, taken by English School in the 19th century, showcases a somber scene filled with scientific instruments and remnants of what was once an ambitious flight. In this historic moment frozen in time, we see two contrasting fates. M. Croce-Spinelli and M. Sivel tragically lost their lives during this ill-fated ascent, while M. Gaston Tissandier miraculously survived to tell the tale. The composition highlights the intricate ropes that held together the doomed hot air balloon's basket, now serving as a haunting reminder of its catastrophic failure. Additionally, caged birds are visible within the frame—a poignant symbol representing both freedom lost and life cut short. As we delve into this photograph's narrative, it becomes evident that it not only documents an aviation disaster but also serves as a testament to early flight experimentation during Victorian times. It offers us insight into the brave pioneers who dared to conquer new frontiers despite facing immense risks. Through Derek Bayes' lens, we are transported back to an era where air travel was still shrouded in uncertainty and danger lurked at every altitude. This powerful image invites contemplation on human resilience and our relentless pursuit of knowledge even amidst tragedy—an enduring theme throughout history.
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