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George Biggin, Letitia Sage and Vincenzo Lunardi
Lithograph of George Biggin, Letitia Sage and Vincenzo Lunardi ascending from St Georges Fields, London, 29 June 1785 (Cuthbert-Hodgson Collection) based on an original eyewitness drawing by Rigaud (C.F.A. Pierce Collection). A coloured version of this lithograph is also held in the Royal Aeronautical Societys Library. [Mrs Letitia Ann Sage was the first Englishwoman to ascend into the air.]
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1785 Ascending Based Biggin Cuthbert Eyewitness Fields Georges Hodgson Letitia Lunardi Rigaud Sage Vincenzo
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1. Title: "A Leap into the Sky: The Historic Flight of George Biggin, Letitia Sage, and Vincenzo Lunardi at St. George's Fields, London, 1785" 2.. This lithograph, taken from the Cuthbert-Hodgson Collection, commemorates the groundbreaking aviation achievement of George Biggin, Letitia Sage, and Vincenzo Lunardi as they ascended into the London sky on June 29, 1785. The image is based on an original eyewitness drawing by Rigaud, now housed in the C.F.A. Pierce Collection. 3. Background: The year 1785 marked a pivotal moment in aviation history when Mrs. Letitia Ann Sage became the first Englishwoman to ascend into the air. Accompanied by her husband, George Biggin, and renowned Italian balloonist Vincenzo Lunardi, they embarked on their daring journey from St. George's Fields in London. 4. Description: In this image, we see the trio preparing for their ascent, with Letitia Sage, dressed in a fashionable gown, climbing into the wicker basket of their hot air balloon. George Biggin, wearing a top hat and holding a cane, assists her, while Vincenzo Lunardi, in his distinctive red and white attire, adjusts the burner. The scene is filled with excitement and anticipation as the crowd below watches the historic moment unfold. 5. Significance: This lithograph serves as a testament to the courage and curiosity of the early pioneers of aviation. It is a reminder of the awe-inspiring achievements that marked the beginning of human flight and the spirit of exploration that continues to drive us to new heights. 6. Additional Information: A coloured version of this lithograph is also held in the Royal Aeronautical Society's Library, providing a vibrant and visually stunning representation of this historic event. 7. Credits: Image Courtesy of the Cuthbert-Hodgson Collection, with thanks to Mary Evans Picture Library for their kind permission to use this reproduction.
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