Charles Green, British balloonist

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Charles Green, British balloonist

Charles Green (1785-1870), British balloonist. Green first ascended in a balloon on 19 July 1821. Between 1821 and 1852, he made 526 ascents. His most famous flight was his overnight flight from England to Germany, on 7-8 November 1836. This flight, in the balloon Royal Vauxhall, covered a record distance of 722 kilometres in 18 hours, travelling from Vauxhall Gardens, in London, England, to Weilburg, in the German state of the Duchy of Nassau. Green flew with two passengers, Robert Hollond and Thomas Monck Mason

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This print showcases the legendary Charles Green, a pioneering British balloonist who left an indelible mark on the history of flight. Born in 1785 and passing away in 1870, Green's passion for ballooning propelled him to great heights both literally and figuratively. With his first ascent taking place on July 19,1821, he went on to complete an astounding total of 526 ascents over three decades. However, it was his iconic overnight flight from England to Germany that truly solidified Green's legacy. On November 7-8,1836, aboard the majestic Royal Vauxhall balloon, he embarked on a groundbreaking journey covering an unprecedented distance of 722 kilometers in just eighteen hours. Accompanied by two daring passengers named Robert Hollond and Thomas Monck Mason, this historic feat forever etched their names into aviation lore. In this monochrome portrait captured during the mid-19th century by Science Photo Library, we witness Charles Green's stoic countenance as he gazes confidently into the lens. A true aviator at heart with unrivaled expertise in ballooning techniques and navigation skills, his contributions to the field of aviation are immeasurable. As we delve into this remarkable image that encapsulates a pivotal moment in scientific progress and human achievement, we pay homage to Charles Green – a visionary whose name will forever be synonymous with courageously pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible in the skies above.

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