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Handbill for balloon race, Green brothers
Handbill advertising a balloon race between Charles Green and his brother in two balloons, taking place from the Royal Gardens, Vauxhall, London, to celebrate the Queens birthday.
13 August 1835
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1830s 1835 Balloon Ballooning Birthday Brother Brothers Celebrate Competition Festival Fete Handbill Vauxhall
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Celebrate the Monarch's Birthday with an Exciting Aerial Spectacle: A Handbill Advertisement for the Green Brothers' Balloon Race of 1835 August 13, 1835, was a day of grand celebration in London as the city came together to honor the Queen's birthday. Among the various festivities and fetes, one event stood out for its unique blend of adventure, competition, and innovation - the Balloon Race between the Green Brothers. This intriguing handbill, printed in the 1830s, invites the public to witness the aerial battle between Charles Green and his brother, as they ascend in their yellow balloons from the picturesque Royal Gardens in Vauxhall. The brothers' daring flight was not just a leisurely excursion, but a race to the skies, adding an element of thrill to the already festive occasion. Transportation in the early 19th century was still in its infancy, and the ability to traverse the skies in a balloon was a testament to the ingenuity and progress of the era. The Green Brothers' competition captured the imagination of the British public and showcased the potential of this new mode of transport. The handbill's vibrant design, adorned with the image of two yellow balloons against a blue backdrop, evokes a sense of excitement and anticipation. The text, written in elegant script, details the date, location, and the participants of the race, inviting the public to join in the celebration and witness history in the making. As we look at this handbill today, we are transported back in time to an era of innovation, adventure, and the spirit of competition. The Green Brothers' Balloon Race serves as a reminder of the fascination with flight and the role it played in shaping the transportation landscape of the 19th century.
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