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Invasion Plan / Balloons
INVASION PLANS The Thiloriere is a huge montgolfiere (hot-air-balloon) which will carry large numbers of French troops to England, at a very modest cost Date: 1804
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Balloon Cost Huge Invasion Modest Montgolfiere Napoleonic Plan Troop
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Invasion Plan / Balloons" print from the Media Storehouse collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing image from 1804 depicts the Thiloriere, a colossal montgolfière (hot-air balloon) designed to transport a large number of French troops across the English Channel. Experience the allure of historical innovation with this timeless photographic print. Bring a piece of history into your home or office, and let the intrigue of invasion plans unfold before your eyes. Order now from Media Storehouse, your trusted source for premium, high-quality prints.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing image depicts the "Invasion Plans: The Thiloriere," a monumental montgolfiere, or hot-air balloon, conceived during the Napoleonic Wars for transporting a large number of French troops across the English Channel. Dated back to 1804, this audacious plan aimed to bypass the expensive and risky naval warfare between France and England. The Thiloriere, named after its inventor Jean-Pierre Blanchard's assistant Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier, was designed to carry hundreds of soldiers, making it a significant military innovation. The success of this balloon invasion depended on favorable weather conditions and the ability to navigate the balloon across the English Channel. Despite the potential risks and uncertainties, the French military leadership saw the potential benefits of this unconventional approach. The modest cost of the Thiloriere compared to traditional naval warfare made it an attractive alternative, especially during a time when resources were stretched thin due to ongoing conflicts. The Invasion Plans: The Thiloriere represents an intriguing intersection of military strategy and scientific innovation during the Napoleonic Wars. Although this balloon invasion never came to fruition, it remains an intriguing chapter in the rich history of both military and aeronautical achievements. This print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to explore the ingenuity and resourcefulness of those who dared to dream beyond the conventional boundaries of warfare.
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