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Ascent of the Vauxhall Balloon and Mr. Cocking's Parachute

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Date
1832-1842
Description
Two images of the Nassau Balloon with Robert Cocking's parachute attached, one image of Cocking in the basket of the balloon, and two pieces of fabric attached to a page, presumably pieces of Cocking's parachute and/or balloon, collected as keepsakes.
For more information about this item, visit https://archivesspace.mit.edu/repositories/2/digital_objects/662
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Still Image
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No Copyright - United States
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