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Balloon crash CVS01_01_031
Tales of balloon flight. A hand-coloured engraving showing a maritime rescue that took place on 1st September 1874. French balloonists Jules and Caroline Durouf were rescued by English fishermen Oxley and Buscone, after their balloon Le Tricolore ditched in the North Sea. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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This print captures a remarkable moment in the history of balloon flight. Entitled "Balloon crash CVS01_01_031 (Tales of balloon flight)", this hand-coloured engraving transports us back to the 1st of September, 1874. French balloonists Jules and Caroline Durouf found themselves in a perilous situation when their balloon, Le Tricolore, crashed into the unforgiving waters of the North Sea. In this scene, we witness an extraordinary maritime rescue unfolding before our eyes. English fishermen Oxley and Buscone bravely come to the aid of the stranded Duroufs, defying treacherous conditions to save their lives. The image exudes a sense of heroism and camaraderie as these individuals from different nations unite in a shared mission to ensure survival. Part of the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection dating from 1882-1892, this Victorian engraving offers us a glimpse into an era where adventure and exploration were at their zenith. It serves as a testament to human resilience and ingenuity during times when aviation was still in its infancy. As we admire this historical artifact preserved by Historic England Archive, let us reflect on how far we have come since those daring days. This print not only immortalizes an incredible rescue but also reminds us that even amidst adversity, humanity has always found ways to rise above challenges – reaching for new heights both literally and metaphorically.
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