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The Attempted Balloon Voyage across the Channel (engraving)
1060618 The Attempted Balloon Voyage across the Channel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Attempted Balloon Voyage across the Channel. Illustration for The Graphic, 11 March 1882.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23059650
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Automobile Automobiles Balloon Balloons Canterbury Cars Channel English Channel Folkestone Inflating Passing Start Lifebuoy
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The Attempted Balloon Voyage across the Channel - A Glimpse into 19th Century Adventurous Spirit
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. This engraving, titled "The Attempted Balloon Voyage across the Channel" offers a fascinating glimpse into a daring adventure that took place in the 19th century. The print showcases an English School's depiction of this audacious endeavor, which was featured in The Graphic on March 11,1882. As we delve into this historical scene, our eyes are immediately drawn to the colossal balloon being prepared for its ambitious journey. Inflating with hot air and towering over Canterbury and Folkestone, it symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit of conquering new frontiers. A lifebuoy hangs from the side of the balloon, serving as a reminder of both excitement and danger that awaited those who dared to embark on such expeditions. Alongside stands a car - one of the earliest automobiles - ready to transport passengers towards their airborne adventure. The image evokes a sense of anticipation as spectators gather around to witness this extraordinary feat unfold. The vastness of the English Channel looms ahead, representing both challenge and opportunity for these intrepid explorers. This engraving not only captures an attempted channel crossing but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in seeking novel means of transportation. It encapsulates an era when dreams were fueled by innovation and individuals pushed boundaries in search of new horizons. Bridgeman Images' fine art print allows us to
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