Home > Popular Themes > Money
Rescue of Major Money off the coast of Yarmouth
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Rescue of Major Money off the coast of Yarmouth
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7474899
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10610174
1780s 1785 Ballooning Cage Dedicated Escape Honourable Landing Lieutenant Major Money Moon Norfolk Orford Rescue Rescued Rowing Sail Yarmouth
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Norfolk
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Royal Aeronautical Society
> Popular Themes
> Money
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the daring rescue of Major Money off the coast of Yarmouth in the early hours of July 1785. The scene is set against the backdrop of the tranquil moonlit sea, with the silhouette of the Norfolk coastline in the distance. Major Money, a British Army officer, had been on a diplomatic mission aboard a sailing vessel when it was caught in a violent storm. With the ship in peril, Major Money, along with Lieutenant Custus Rotulorum, took the courageous decision to escape in a makeshift cage suspended from a hot air balloon. The balloon, manned by Earl of Sandwich's flight crew, had been launched from Orford in an attempt to locate the stranded vessel. After a harrowing flight through the stormy night, they finally located Major Money and Lieutenant Custus clinging to their cage in the churning sea. The crew skillfully maneuvered the balloon close enough for the two men to be transported aboard, marking a truly providential escape from the treacherous waters. The image, taken from the Royal Aeronautical Society's archives, is a testament to the dedication and bravery of those involved in this remarkable rescue during the 1780s. The Honorable Major Money, who went on to make a full recovery, was deeply grateful for the efforts of the Earl and his crew, expressing his gratitude for their invaluable assistance in his official report.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
