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Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A balloon from Paris passing over Versailles. During
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Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A balloon from Paris passing over Versailles. During
Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A balloon from Paris passing over Versailles. During the war Paris was under siege from September 1870 to January 1871 and a number of balloonists escaped from the city with messages. From The Illustrated London News. (London, 22 October 1871). Wood engraving
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1870 1870 1871 1871 Aeronautics Balloon Ballooning City Escaped Franco Prussian Germany Illustrated January Messages News Number Occupation October Paris Passing September Siege Versailles Wood Balloonists
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This print captures a significant moment during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. The image showcases a balloon, emanating an aura of freedom, as it gracefully glides over the historic city of Versailles. This particular scene took place amidst the intense occupation and siege of Paris from September 1870 to January 1871. The balloon depicted in this wood engraving holds great historical significance as it represents both hope and desperation. During the war, Parisians found themselves trapped within their own city walls, cut off from the outside world. However, a group of courageous balloonists defied these constraints by escaping with messages that carried vital information about the ongoing conflict. As we delve into this mesmerizing snapshot captured by The Illustrated London News in October 1871, we are transported back to a time when ballooning was not only an art but also an essential means of communication during warfare. Through this image, we witness how technology intertwines with human ingenuity to overcome adversity. The juxtaposition between the serene beauty of Versailles and the turbulent events unfolding beneath is strikingly portrayed in this wood engraving. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, moments of respite can be found - symbolized here by the peaceful flight of this brave balloonist passing over one of France's most iconic landmarks.
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