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The Flying Philosopher

De Bruyn; Rothwell
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https://hdl.handle.net/1721.3/193083
Date
1808-1818
Description
Engraving of a man with outstretched wings attached to his body at the waist, and straps attached to his feet for steering.
 
For more information about this item, visit https://archivesspace.mit.edu/repositories/2/digital_objects/377
 
Subject
Ornithopters, Flying-machines, Flight, Sails -- Aerodynamics
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No Copyright - United States http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/
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