Wagenseils Lifebelt
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Wagenseils Lifebelt
Johann Christof Wagenseils wasser-schild (life-shield) aims to keep you, and your loved ones, from a watery grave; it was tested on the Danube in Vienna. Date: 1691
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1691 Aims Christof Danube Grave Johann Loved Shield Swimming Tested Watery
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the Wagenseil Life-shield or Wasser-Schild, designed by Johann Christof Wagenseil in 1691. This innovative swimming aid was created with the sole intention of ensuring the safety and survival of individuals in the water, particularly their loved ones. The Danube River in Vienna served as the testing ground for this remarkable invention. The Wagenseil Life-shield is depicted in the photograph as a large, circular, buoyant device with a handle at its center. It was designed to be worn around the waist, allowing the user to maintain their head above water while swimming or treading. The shield's size and buoyancy made it an effective tool for keeping individuals afloat, providing invaluable assistance during emergencies or even for those learning to swim. The importance of this invention cannot be overstated, as drowning was a significant cause of accidental deaths during this era. The Wagenseil Life-shield represented a significant advancement in water safety, offering a means to protect oneself and one's loved ones from the ever-present danger of a watery grave. This photograph, taken from an antique print sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the past, as well as the enduring importance of water safety. The Wagenseil Life-shield remains an iconic symbol of the human spirit's ability to adapt and innovate in the face of adversity.
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