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Piccard's Gondola
Gondola used by Professor Auguste Antoine Piccard (1884-1962) and Max Cosyns (1906-1998) for the second ascent into the Sratosphere on August 18, 1932, launched from Dubendorf in Switzerland - maximum height reached 16201m (53, 153 ft, 10 1/2 miles). Now on display at the Science Museum in London. Date: 1932
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1932 Antoine Ascent Auguste Balloon Capsule Edge Gondola Piccard Pressure Professor Space
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This incredible print captures the historic moment of Piccard's Gondola, used by Professor Auguste Antoine Piccard and Max Cosyns for their daring second ascent into the stratosphere on August 18, 1932. Launched from Dubendorf in Switzerland, this gondola reached a maximum height of an astonishing 16201m (53,153 ft), marking a monumental achievement in aviation history.
The image showcases the innovative design of the gondola, which served as a high-pressure capsule for the intrepid explorers during their record-breaking flight. The sheer scale of this feat is truly awe-inspiring, pushing the boundaries of human exploration to new heights - quite literally.
Now preserved at the Science Museum in London, this artifact serves as a tangible reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery. It stands as a testament to the courage and ingenuity of those who dare to dream big and push beyond what was once thought possible.
As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured by Grenville Collins, we are reminded that there are no limits to what we can achieve when we set our sights on reaching for the stars.
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