Darlandes Collection

Montgolfier 1st Flight
The first manned ascent - Pilatre de Rozier and the marquis d Arlandes make history in a hot-air Montgolfiere

Montgolfier Ist Manned
Intrepid pioneers PILATRE DE ROZIER and the marquis D ARLANDES make the first successful manned flight in a Montgolfier balloon (hot air) at Paris

First Manned Balloon
The hot air Montgolfiere carrying de Rozier and d Arlandes, makes the worlds first manned ascent, over Paris

Traversee de Paris en ballon par Pilatre de Rozier et le marquis d Arlandes, le 21 novembre 1783 (engraving)
5228236 Traversee de Paris en ballon par Pilatre de Rozier et le marquis d Arlandes, le 21 novembre 1783 (engraving) by French School

First aerial voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes, Paris, France, 1783 (1890s). On 21 November 1783, Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-1785) and Francois Laurent d Arlandes (1742-1809)

The First Aerial Voyage by Monsieur Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) and the
XIR165536 The First Aerial Voyage by Monsieur Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) and the Marquis of Arlandes (1742-1809) from Muette to the Windmill at Croule-Barbe

Zodiac DArlandes airship interior

Zodiac DArlandes airship

BALLOON FLIGHT, 1783. The Pilatre-d Arlandes hot-air balloon flight over Paris, France, as seen from Benjamin Franklins terrace at Passy on 21 November 1783. Contemporary French copper engraving

HOT AIR BALLOON, 1783. The Pilatre-d Arlandes hot-air balloon flight over Paris, France, as seen from Benjamin Franklins terrace at Passy on 21 November 1783. Contemporary French copper engraving

Mongolfier Manned Flight
First manned flight by Pilatre de Rozier and D Arlandes in Mongolfiere, Paris

First Manned Flight
Pilatre de Rozier and le marquis d Arlandes make the first manned flight, in a hot- air Montgolfiere, over Paris

Montgolfier / Manned
Balloon of de Rozier and d Arlandes makes its first manned ascent

First Montgolfier / Cig Cd
PILATRE DE ROZIER and the MARQUIS D ARLANDES make the first successful manned flight in a Montgolfier balloon (hot air) at Paris

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"Darlandes: Pioneering the Skies with Montgolfier's First Manned Balloon Flight" Step back in time to witness history unfold as the Montgolfier brothers achieve their groundbreaking feat - the first manned flight of a hot air balloon. In 1783, amidst great anticipation and excitement, Pilatre de Rozier and d'Arlandes embarked on an extraordinary journey that would forever change our perception of travel. Captured in a mesmerizing engraving from November 21st, 1783, we see the triumphant traverse of Paris by these courageous pioneers. The image transports us to that momentous occasion when mankind defied gravity and soared above the City of Lights for the very first time. The Zodiac D'Arlandes airship stands as a testament to this remarkable achievement. Its interior exudes elegance and innovation, showcasing how human ingenuity can conquer even the vastness of the sky. Step inside this marvel and experience firsthand what it must have felt like to be part of such an audacious adventure. From Benjamin Franklin's terrace at Passy, witnesses marveled at this historic event unfolding before their eyes. A contemporary French copper engraving immortalizes that breathtaking view - a testament to human curiosity pushing boundaries beyond imagination. Let us celebrate Monsieur Francois Pilatre de Rozier and his brave companion d'Arlandes for embarking on this daring expedition into uncharted territory. Their courage paved the way for future aerial voyages, inspiring generations to dream big and explore new horizons. Join us in commemorating Darlandes - where dreams took flight over two centuries ago - reminding us all that with determination and vision, anything is possible in our quest for discovery.