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Framed Print : First test flight of a hot air balloon at Annonay, France, 4 June, 1783 (1890s)
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First test flight of a hot air balloon at Annonay, France, 4 June, 1783 (1890s)
First test flight of a hot air balloon at Annonay, France, 4 June, 1783 (1890s). Enthusiastic crowds watching the first unmanned test flight by brothers Joseph Michel and Jacques Etienne Montgolfier. In November the same year Etienne successfully made the first manned balloon flight. From the series The Dream of Flight. From a private collection
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Accomplishment Achievement Aeronautics Air Transport Aviation Aviator Balloon Ballooning Balloonist Crowds Enthusiastic Flight Floating Flying Hot Air Balloon Innovation Invention Inventor Jacques Etienne Jacques Etienne Montgolfier Jacques Montgolfier Joseph Michel Montgolfier Montgolfie Montgolfier Mountain Range Pioneer Rhone Alpes Spectator Spectators Success Test Flight Annonay Ardeche Massif Central
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Experience the thrill of history with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the first test flight of a hot air balloon at Annonay, France, on 4 June, 1783. This captivating image from Heritage Images captures the excitement of the crowd as brothers Joseph Michel and Jacques Etienne Montgolfier conduct the unmanned test flight that would change the world. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office and transport yourself back to the birth of aviation. With our high-quality framing, your print will be a timeless addition to any decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
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First test flight of a hot air balloon at Annonay, France, 4 June, 1783 (1890s). Enthusiastic crowds gather to witness the groundbreaking moment as brothers Joseph Michel and Jacques Etienne Montgolfier launch their unmanned hot air balloon into the sky. This historic event marked the birth of modern aviation and captivated the imagination of onlookers. The print captures the awe-inspiring sight of the colorful balloon floating gracefully against a backdrop of majestic mountains in Annonay. The pioneering spirit and innovative minds behind this achievement are evident in every detail. The Montgolfier brothers' invention ignited a new era in transportation and opened up endless possibilities for human exploration. As spectators watch with bated breath, they bear witness to history being made before their eyes. The success of this initial test flight paved the way for Etienne's daring manned ascent just months later, forever etching his name in aviation history. This lithograph from 'The Dream of Flight' series showcases not only an accomplishment but also represents a triumph of human ingenuity over centuries past. It serves as a reminder that dreams can become reality through determination and unwavering belief in one's abilities. Today, we look back at this significant moment with admiration for those who dared to defy gravity and push boundaries beyond what was thought possible. This image stands as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of progress.
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