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Kislovodsk - Russia - a humourous card
A humourous card depicting an unlucky airship passenger dangling rather precariously over the mountains near Kislovodsk, Russia, suspended only by his jacket and the strength of the anchor rope! Date: 1910
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Accident Air Ship Anchor Bizarre Blimp Crazy Danger Dirigible Hanging Perilous Rope Silly Unusual Zany Kislovodsk
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Once upon a time in the land of the Tsars, in the quirky town of Kislovodsk, Russia, an unlikely adventure unfolded. In the year 1910, when the world was still enamored with the novelty of airships, this hapless passenger found himself in a most precarious predicament. As the gigantic airship, resembling a whimsical blimp, soared through the azure sky, our unlucky friend, clad only in his heavy winter jacket, decided to test the limits of his daring. Leaning too far out of the gondola to admire the breathtaking view of the snow-capped mountains, he lost his footing and plummeted towards the earth. Fortunately, or perhaps unfortunately, the anchor rope, which was meant to secure the airship to the ground, saved him from a certain demise. With a death-defying grip, he clung to the rope, suspended precariously over the rugged terrain. The townsfolk of Kislovodsk, who had gathered to witness the spectacle, were left in a state of awe and amusement. Some covered their eyes in horror, while others couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity of the situation. The airship crew, realizing the gravity of the situation, quickly descended the ship and secured the rope to the ground. Our hero, with a mixture of relief and embarrassment, was rescued and welcomed with cheers and laughter from the crowd. This bizarre and zany incident became a beloved tale in the annals of Kislovodsk's history, a testament to the spirit of adventure and the unexpected twists that life can sometimes take.
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