Sketch of the Aerial Ship, Drawn by Eagles.
File / Documentation![]()
Name
VBI-000068-001_sv.jpg
Size
1.02 MB
Format
JPEG
Checksum (MD5)
8f0383950635ec707bbd227b6330cbcd
Date
1835
Description
Labeled sketch by Thomas Simmons Mackintosh of a plan for an aerial ship to be propelled by "eagles, hawks, pigeons, or other large birds." The ship is flying the British flag, carries two men and features a fan-shaped rudder. The name "zephyr" is printed on the hull. Below the sketch is an explanation of the design and a direction to "See 'Morning Advertiser, July 3rd, 7th, 13th'."
For more information about this item, visit https://archivesspace.mit.edu/repositories/2/digital_objects/337
Keywords
Type
Still Image
Rights
No Copyright - United States
Rights link
Persistent Link
