Voyages aeriens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier. Tentative

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Voyages aeriens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier. Tentative

Voyages aeriens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier. Tentative de retour dans Paris assiege. Le ballon, Le Jean Bart descend au milieu de la Seine en vue de Jumieges, 8 novembre 1870. Drawing shows the balloon Jean Bart, flown by Albert and Gaston Tissandier descending over the Seine with tow ropes hanging into the river where landing was attempted during the Siege of Paris. Date between 1870 and 1880. Voyages aeriens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier. Tentative de retour dans Paris assiege. Le ballon, Le Jean Bart descend au milieu de la Seine en vue de Jumieges, 8 novembre 1870. Drawing shows the balloon Jean Bart, flown by Albert and Gaston Tissandier descending over the Seine with tow ropes hanging into the river where landing was attempted during the Siege of Paris. Date between 1870 and 1880

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Aeriens Ballon Bart Dans Descend Gaston Novembre Retour Seine Tentative Tissandier Voyages Aeronautics Albert Jumieges Milieu

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Voyages Aériens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier: A Daring Attempt to Return to Paris During the Siege of 1870 This drawing depicts a pivotal moment in the history of aeronautics, showcasing the hot air balloon "Le Jean Bart" as it descends towards the Seine River during an attempt to return to Paris, which was under siege in November 1870. The intrepid pilots, Albert and Gaston Tissandier, are at the helm of this engineering marvel, with tow ropes trailing into the river below, indicating an unsuccessful landing attempt. The drawing, titled "Voyages Aériens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier: Tentative de retour dans Paris assiégé. Le ballon, Le Jean Bart descend au milieu de la Seine en vue de Jumieges, 8 novembre 1870," is a testament to the pioneering spirit of these two French aeronauts. The date, 8 November 1870, marks a significant period in French history when the city was besieged by the Prussians, making this daring aerial maneuver even more remarkable. Albert and Gaston Tissandier were renowned for their groundbreaking achievements in the field of aeronautics. Their successful transatlantic flight in 1868, which covered a distance of approximately 6,000 kilometers (3,728 miles), remains one of the most notable milestones in the history of ballooning. This drawing serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past, illustrating the courage and innovation of these early aviators as they pushed the boundaries of human flight. The image also offers a unique perspective on the Siege of Paris, providing a bird's-eye view of the city during a tumultuous period in its history.

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