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Otto Lilienthal, German aviator
Otto Lilienthal (1848-1896), German aviation pioneer. Lilienthal became known as the Glider King for his many experiments with gliders carried out from an artificial hill in Berlin, Germany. He made over 2000 flights from 1891, made important advances in aviation theory, and managed controlled glides of tens of metres. He died in 1896, falling from a glider during a test flight and breaking his back. He died the next day, but his legacy would later inspire the work by the Wright Brothers on heavier-than-air flight. Artwork from the 18th volume (second period of 1896) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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1890s 1896 Annual Volume Aviation Aviator Engineering French German Glider La Science Illustree Louis Figuier Magazine Pioneer Popular Science Transport Transportation Weekly Mono Chrome Otto Lilienthal
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This print showcases Otto Lilienthal, a remarkable German aviator and pioneer of aviation. Known as the Glider King, Lilienthal conducted numerous experiments with gliders from an artificial hill in Berlin, Germany during the late 19th century. His dedication to flight led him to make over 2000 flights starting in 1891, where he achieved significant advancements in aviation theory and successfully executed controlled glides spanning tens of meters. Tragically, Lilienthal's life was cut short when he fell from a glider during a test flight in 1896, resulting in a broken back. Despite his untimely demise the following day, his legacy endured and would go on to inspire future generations of aviators such as the Wright Brothers in their pursuit of heavier-than-air flight. The artwork featured here originates from the renowned French popular science weekly publication La Science Illustree. It is part of its 18th volume from the second period of 1896. This historical illustration by Louis Figuier captures not only Lilienthal's pioneering spirit but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and technological progress during that era. This print transports us back to an exciting time when individuals like Otto Lilienthal fearlessly pushed boundaries and reshaped our understanding of what was possible through aviation.
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