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Accident to the Nassau Balloon in the London-Road, on Wednesday, 1849. Creator: Unknown
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Accident to the Nassau Balloon in the London-Road, on Wednesday, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Accident to the Nassau Balloon in the London-Road, on Wednesday, 1849. Greens Royal Nassau balloon damages a Ladies School. English aeronaut Charles Green (1785-1870) made his most famous flight, from London to Nassau in Germany, in this balloon on 7 November 1836
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Accident Air Transport Ballooning Charles Green Damage Damaged Flight Hot Air Balloon Incident London Road Nassau Illustrated London News
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This print captures a significant incident that occurred on Wednesday, 1849 - the accident to the Nassau Balloon in London-Road. The creator of this powerful image remains unknown, but it vividly portrays the aftermath of an unfortunate event involving Greens Royal Nassau balloon. English aeronaut Charles Green, renowned for his aerial endeavors, achieved great fame with this very balloon during his historic flight from London to Nassau in Germany on November 7th, 1836. However, fate took a different turn when disaster struck in London-Road years later. The monochrome scene depicts a damaged building which happened to be home to a Ladies School. A crowd has gathered around the site of destruction as people watch with curiosity and concern. This engraving was featured in Illustrated London News - a popular newspaper of the nineteenth century known for its detailed illustrations. Transportation enthusiasts and history buffs alike will find themselves captivated by this rare glimpse into early air transport accidents. It serves as a reminder of both the risks involved in pioneering aviation and the resilience displayed by those who dared to explore new frontiers. As we gaze upon this intriguing piece captured by an anonymous artist from centuries past, we are transported back to an era where hot air balloons symbolized human aspirations reaching for the skies. The Victorian streets come alive through this snapshot frozen in time – forever preserving an incident that left its mark on both Charles Green's legacy and local history along London Road.
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