Madame Sage and George Biggin during the balloon
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Madame Sage and George Biggin during the balloon
Madame Sage and George Biggin during the balloon flight in 1785.. Captain Vincenzo Lunardi, the Italian daredevil aeronaut, Madame Laetitia Sage and George Biggin during the first balloon flight in London, June 29, 1785. Madame Sage was the first woman to fly in a balloon. In fact, the nacelle could only carry two passengers, so Lunardi stepped down. Handcolored engraving Koch & Soligny after P. Sellier from Sircos and Palliers History of Balloons, Roy, Paris, 1876
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Madame Laetitia Sage and George Biggin's Historic Balloon Flight with Captain Vincenzo Lunardi in 1785 This handcolored engraving depicts a pivotal moment in the annals of aviation history: the first balloon flight in London, England, on June 29, 1785. The intrepid figures in the image are Captain Vincenzo Lunardi, an Italian daredevil aeronaut, and his esteemed passengers, Madame Laetitia Sage and George Biggin. Madame Sage holds the distinction of being the first woman to ever fly in a hot air balloon. The nacelle, or basket, of the balloon could only accommodate two passengers, so the gallant Lunardi graciously stepped down to make room for these brave adventurers. The image captures the excitement and anticipation of the moment, as the trio prepares for their ascent into the unknown. Captain Lunardi, a skilled and experienced balloonist, had already made a name for himself with several successful flights across Europe. His daring exploits in air travel had captured the imagination of the public and fueled a growing fascination with the possibilities of human flight. This enchanting image, produced by Koch & Soligny after the original work of P. Sellier, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the late 18th century. It serves as a reminder of the remarkable achievements of these early pioneers in air travel and their enduring impact on the history of human exploration.
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