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Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, from Vauxhall Gardens, on Saturday, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, from Vauxhall Gardens, on Saturday, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, from Vauxhall Gardens, [London], on Saturday, 1850. A grand fete was given at these Gardens on Saturday, when the most attractive scene was the ascent of the Nassau Balloon, with Mr. [Charles] Green and Mr. [George] Rush. Three of the members of the Nepaulese Embassy were present, to whom the balloon, when inflated, was an object of great interest, as was also the ascent. They examined the balloon with great minuteness, and its construction evidently excited their wonder and admiration. As it ascended they stood gazing at it with marked curiosity and attention, and remained on the spot until it was almost lost to view'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph, titled 'Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, from Vauxhall Gardens, London, on Saturday, 1850', is an intriguing glimpse into the past, showcasing an exhilarating moment in Victorian London. The image, created by an unknown artist for the Illustrated London News, captures the excitement of a grand fete held at Vauxhall Gardens, where the main attraction was the ascent of the Nassau Balloon. The balloon, manned by Charles Green and George Rush, drew a large crowd of onlookers, including three members of the Nepalese Embassy. The Nepalese men, dressed in traditional attire, are seen examining the balloon with great curiosity and admiration. The balloon's construction, a marvel of 19th-century technology, had clearly piqued their interest. As the balloon began to ascend, the Nepalese men stood transfixed, gazing at it until it was almost out of sight. The photograph, which is engraved and appears in black and white, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, when hot air ballooning was a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of progress and innovation. The image is a testament to the power of technology to captivate and inspire, and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the skies.
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