Sic itur ad astra. Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, un cic
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Sic itur ad astra. Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, un cic
Sic itur ad astra. Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, un ciccio ad incontrar dentro il pallone. Italian cartoon shows a man sitting on an upside-down balloon labeled Prefettura di Napoli, using the balloon basket as a parachute. Date 1863
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Astra Tissandier Aeronautics Dentro Rodolfo
Sic itur ad astra
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(Thus we are carried to the stars): A Humorous Aeronautical Adventure of Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone from the Italian Archives of 1863 This image, titled "Sic itur ad astra. Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, un ciccio ad incontrar dentro il pallone" (Thus we are carried to the stars. Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, a little guy to meet inside the balloon), showcases an amusing anecdote from the early days of aeronautics in Italy. The date on this print is 1863, and it is a testament to the human spirit's insatiable curiosity and the desire to explore the unknown realms of the sky. The illustration depicts a man named Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone, who is shown sitting on an upside-down hot air balloon labeled "Prefettura di Napoli" (Naples Prefecture). In a surprising turn of events, he uses the balloon basket as a makeshift parachute to descend safely back to the ground. The term "ciccio" in the title refers to a young or small person, adding a humorous touch to this unexpected aeronautical adventure. The image is a reminder of the early days of aeronautics and the daring exploits of those who dared to defy gravity and venture into the skies. The Italian cartoonist's depiction of Rodolfo Afflitto da Montefiascone's inventive solution to an unforeseen predicament highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the human spirit. This print is a fascinating glimpse into the history of aeronautics and the spirit of adventure that continues to inspire us today.
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