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Paris / Eiffel Tower 1901

SANTOS-DUMONT successfully flies round the Tour Eiffel, though he fails to complete the circuit in 30 minutes to win the offered prize

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Circuit Complete Dumont Eiffel Fails Flies Minutes Offered Prize Santos Successfully 1901


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This historic photograph captures the moment in July 1901 when Brazilian aviation pioneer, Alberto Santos-Dumont, attempted to fly around the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris in his airship, the Demoiselle. Santos-Dumont had been challenged by the French newspaper Le Matin to complete a circuit around the Tower within 30 minutes to win a substantial prize. The aviator, who was known for his groundbreaking achievements in aviation, was determined to accept the challenge and make history. In this image, we see Santos-Dumont, dressed in a stylish suit and hat, standing confidently beside his Demoiselle as it is tethered to the ground. The Eiffel Tower looms majestically in the background, its iron lattice structure casting intricate shadows on the ground below. The atmosphere is tense with anticipation as the crowd, gathered to witness the event, watches intently. Despite his best efforts, Santos-Dumont was unable to complete the circuit within the allotted time. The Demoiselle, though lightweight and agile, was not powerful enough to maintain the necessary speed around the Tower's circumference in the given timeframe. Nevertheless, Santos-Dumont's daring attempt marked a significant milestone in the development of aviation history. The image serves as a testament to the bravery and determination of this pioneering figure in the annals of French and international aviation. This photograph, taken in 1901, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the seemingly impossible was being achieved through human ingenuity and perseverance. The Eiffel Tower, an enduring symbol of Parisian culture and architectural innovation, stands proudly in the background, bearing witness to this remarkable moment in history.

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