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Lifted into the air by his wedding ring, 1929. Creator: Unknown
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Lifted into the air by his wedding ring, 1929. Creator: Unknown
Lifted into the air by his wedding ring, 1929. Enleve Dans Les Airs Par Son Alliance. A man dangles from a crane after his ring was caught on a hook. Cover of " Le Petit Journal Illustre". [France, 17 February 1929]
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Media ID 19124633
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Accident Cargo Ship Front Page Incident Industrial Accident Le Petit Journal News Petit Journal Port Shipping Industry Wedding Wedding Ring Graphic Design
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In this print from 1929, we witness a truly extraordinary incident that unfolded in the bustling harbor of France. Suspended high above the ground, a man finds himself lifted into the air by an unexpected force - his own wedding ring. The image captures the precise moment when this unfortunate individual became entangled with a hook on a crane, resulting in an astonishing and perilous situation. The cover of "Le Petit Journal Illustre" one of France's prominent newspapers at the time, immortalizes this industrial accident that took place on February 17th. The graphic design and lettering draw attention to this front-page news story, emphasizing its significance within French society during the early 20th century. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it serves as a reminder of both human vulnerability and unforeseen circumstances that can arise even in seemingly mundane situations. It prompts us to reflect on how accidents like these were reported differently before modern technology transformed our media landscape. Although created by an unknown artist or photographer, their ability to capture such a unique moment has allowed us to preserve history and marvel at the resilience of individuals involved in industrial incidents. This print stands as a testament to not only transportation and shipping industries but also love itself - symbolized by the man's wedding ring which inadvertently propelled him into mid-air against his will.
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