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Professor Thaddeus Sobieski Coulincourt Lowe behind Union lines observing the Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia, from his balloon Intrepid, 31 May 1862
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Professor Thaddeus Sobieski Coulincourt Lowe behind Union lines observing the Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia, from his balloon Intrepid, 31 May 1862
CIVIL WAR: BALLOON, 1862.
Professor Thaddeus Sobieski Coulincourt Lowe behind Union lines observing the Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia, from his balloon Intrepid, 31 May 1862
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1862 Aeronautical Aviation Ballooning Battlefield Camp Constantine Encampment Fair Oaks Flying Lowe Professor Reconnaissance Sobieski Southeastern Tent Thaddeus Union Union Army Warfare Yankee Troop Uss Intrepid
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This photograph captures a significant moment in history during the Civil War. The image showcases Professor Thaddeus Sobieski Coulincourt Lowe, an esteemed figure behind Union lines, observing the Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia from his balloon named Intrepid on May 31st, 1862. In this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we witness Lowe's pioneering spirit as he takes to the skies for reconnaissance purposes. Positioned high above the battlefield, his balloon provides a unique vantage point that allows him to gather crucial information about enemy movements and troop positions. The scene is filled with intensity and anticipation as Lowe gazes out into the distance from within his tented enclosure attached to the balloon. Surrounding him are men of the Union Army who assist in operating and maintaining this innovative form of aerial transportation. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of early aviation but also in its portrayal of warfare during this tumultuous period. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability amidst times of conflict. As we delve into this historical artifact captured by Constantine Photography Studios, we are transported back to that fateful day when Professor Thaddeus Sobieski Coulincourt Lowe played an instrumental role in shaping military strategy through his daring aerial observations.
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