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Dediee a Monsieur Coustard de Massi, Chevalier de l Ordre Ro
Dediee a Monsieur Coustard de Massi, Chevalier de l Ordre Royal et Militaire de St. Louis, Lieutenant de Nosseigneurs les Marechaux de France. Vue perspective du nouveau batiment de l hopital des enfants trouves de cette ville avec la demonstration de l aerostat eleve dans le jardin de cette maison le 14 juin 1784. Print shows Le Suffren, the balloon of Anne-Pierre Coustard de Massy and RP Mouchet, ascending from Nantes, France. (Source: Le Temps des Ballons, perso.wanadoo.fr.). Date 1784
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This print, titled "Dediee a Monsieur Coustard de Massi, Chevalier de l Ordre Royal et Militaire de St. Louis, Lieutenant de Nosseigneurs les Marechaux de France. Vue perspective du nouveau batiment de l hopital des enfants trouves de cette ville avec la demonstration de l aerostat eleve dans le jardin de cette maison le 14 juin 1784," offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The image showcases the ascent of Le Suffren, the hot air balloon of Anne-Pierre Coustard de Massy and RP Mouchet, from the new building of the Hôtel-Dieu, or Hospital of Foundlings, in Nantes, France. The Chevalier de Massy, a Knight of the Royal and Military Order of St. Louis and Lieutenant of the Marshals of France, is depicted in the foreground, proudly observing the historic event. The perspective view of the hospital's new building, with its grand architecture and lush gardens, adds to the grandeur of the scene. The main attraction, however, is the hot air balloon, which had just taken off from the garden of the house. The balloon, named Le Suffren after the famous French naval hero, was a marvel of the time, representing the pinnacle of human achievement in aviation. The successful ascent marked a significant milestone in the history of ballooning and further solidified France's reputation as a leader in scientific and technological innovation during the late 18th century. The print, dated 1784, provides a unique insight into the excitement and wonder that surrounded such events during this era. It is a testament to the curiosity and ingenuity of the human spirit and serves as a reminder of the profound impact that scientific discoveries can have on our world.
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