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Ballooning CVS01_01_034
Tales of balloon flight. Hand-coloured engraving showing the bodies of Joseph Croce-Spinelli and Theodore Sivel being carried from the wreckage of their balloon, which crashed after an ascent to 28000 feet in April 1875. Gaston Tissandier survived the crash. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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This print titled "Ballooning CVS01_01_034" takes us back in time to the mesmerizing era of balloon flight. The hand-coloured engraving showcases a poignant moment, capturing the aftermath of a tragic crash that occurred in April 1875. In this historic image, we witness the wreckage of Joseph Croce-Spinelli and Theodore Sivel's ill-fated balloon, which had soared an astonishing 28,000 feet into the sky before disaster struck. As we gaze upon the scene, our hearts ache for these brave adventurers who risked their lives in pursuit of exploration and discovery. The bodies of Croce-Spinelli and Sivel are being tenderly carried away from the wreckage by concerned onlookers. Their faces etched with sorrow and disbelief tell tales of courage cut short too soon. However, amidst this tragedy, there is also hope as Gaston Tissandier miraculously survived the crash. This remarkable photograph is part of the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892 held by Historic England Archive. It offers us a glimpse into Victorian society's fascination with aerostats and their relentless pursuit to conquer new heights. As we contemplate this image, let us remember those intrepid individuals who dared to defy gravity's hold on humanity. Their unwavering spirit continues to inspire generations even today as we strive towards new horizons in our own quest for knowledge and adventure.
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