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Blanchard and Jeffries crossing English Channel
Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Dr John Jeffries crossing the English Channel by balloon. They left Dover, crossed the sea, and landed near Blanay, between Calais and Boulogne. It was the first aerial crossing of the English Channel. Pictured is the French coast at Calais, with jubilant spectators, ships and boats.
7 January 1785
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1780s 1785 Ballooning Blanchard Boulogne Calais Channel Crossing Dover Jeffries Pierre Pioneer Pioneering Spectators Steering Wings January
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Experience the thrill of aviation history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features the iconic image "Blanchard and Jeffries crossing the English Channel" by The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the daring adventure of Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Dr John Jeffries as they bravely navigate their hot air balloon across the English Channel, leaving Dover behind and landing near Blanay between Calais and Boulogne. Immerse yourself in the rich history of early aviation and challenge your mind with this engaging puzzle. A perfect addition to any home or office, this high-quality puzzle will provide hours of enjoyable assembly and serve as a beautiful conversation starter.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This historic photograph captures the moment of triumph for pioneering aviators Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Dr John Jeffries as they successfully crossed the English Channel by hot air balloon on January 7, 1785. Departing from Dover, England, they braved the treacherous waters of the English Channel, becoming the first individuals to make an aerial crossing between the two countries. The image showcases the French coast at Calais, where an ecstatic crowd of spectators, ships, and boats awaited their arrival. The blue skies above contrast beautifully with the rugged cliffs and piercing flags of the French shoreline. Blanchard, a French ballooning pioneer, and Jeffries, an American physician, had embarked on their daring journey with the ambition to prove the feasibility of air transportation. Steering their large, wing-like balloon, they navigated the winds over the sea, leaving behind the shores of England and landing near Blanay, between Calais and Boulogne. This groundbreaking achievement marked a significant milestone in the history of aviation, paving the way for future pioneers and innovations in air travel.
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