First parachute descent, 1797
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First parachute descent, 1797
First parachute descent, made by the French balloonist Andre Jacques Garnerin (1769-1823), in Mousseuax Park, Paris, France, on 22 October 1797. The parachute and basket were attached to the balloon at left, which is now falling to the ground. Garnerin released himself from the balloon at a height of about 1000 metres
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This print captures a groundbreaking moment in history - the first parachute descent, carried out by French balloonist Andre Jacques Garnerin on October 22,1797. The scene unfolds in Mousseuax Park, Paris, France, as the crowd eagerly watches from below. In this early illustration of human flight technology, we witness the daring act that would forever change transportation and aviation. The image showcases Garnerin's ingenious contraption: a parachute and basket attached to a falling balloon on the left side of the frame. At an impressive height of approximately 1000 meters, Garnerin bravely releases himself from the safety of his balloon into uncharted territory. As he gracefully descends towards Earth with his pioneering invention, spectators marvel at this technological feat. Amongst the diverse crowd are men and women alike - European pioneers who recognize the significance of this historic event. A young girl gazes up in awe at what is unfolding above her head while adults observe with anticipation and curiosity. This snapshot encapsulates both excitement for future possibilities and admiration for those pushing boundaries during this era. Andre Jacques Garnerin's courageous leap marked a pivotal moment in aviation history; it symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit to conquer new frontiers through innovation and determination. This remarkable artwork serves as a testament to our unwavering spirit of exploration that continues to shape our world today.
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