Dr John Jeffries, American balloonist, 1786

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Dr John Jeffries, American balloonist, 1786

Dr John Jeffries, American balloonist, 1786. Jeffries (1744-1819) during a balloon ascent to investigate the atmospheric temperature. On 7 January, 1785, Jeffries and French balloonist Jean Pierre Blanchard made the first successful balloon flight across the English Channel

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Atmosphere Atmospheric Pressure Ballooning Balloonist Blanchard Dr John Experiment Jean Pierre Jeffries Oxford Science Archive Physics Scientist Jean Pierre Blanchard

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This print captures the pioneering spirit of Dr John Jeffries, an American balloonist who made history in 1786. Dressed in his distinguished attire, complete with a hat that shields him from the elements, Dr Jeffries embarked on a daring balloon ascent to investigate atmospheric temperature. This image showcases his dedication to science and exploration during the 18th century. Dr Jeffries (1744-1819) is renowned for his groundbreaking achievement alongside French balloonist Jean Pierre Blanchard. Together, they accomplished the first successful balloon flight across the English Channel on January 7th, 1785. Their courageous journey marked a significant milestone in ballooning history and solidified their names as pioneers in this field. In this portrait-like engraving, we see Dr Jeffries exuding confidence and determination. His occupation as a scientist is evident through his focused expression and purposeful stance. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to the image, emphasizing both the gravity of their experiment and its historical significance. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images' collection curated by Dr John Jeffries himself along with Jean Pierre Blanchard and an unknown creator, we are transported back to a time when scientific exploration knew no bounds. It serves as a reminder of how these remarkable individuals pushed boundaries to unravel nature's mysteries while leaving an indelible mark on human progress.

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