Illuminated lamp towers in Sadler's Yard, off Dantzic Street, NOMA area, Manchester, UK
The square is named after James Sadler. An information panel on a wall of the square reads - "The First Englishman to Fly". James Sadler was a working class entrepreneur, pioneer and a bit of a daredevil too. In 1785, he made Manchester's first ascent in a balloon he designed, built and piloted himself from Long Millgate - now Balloon Street - just a couple of streets away. Originally a pastry chef from Oxford, Sadler was a hero of his time who had an affinity for Manchester and epitomised the spirit of the city. He defied the odds of his class, inventing and innovating. He earned himself celebrity status, visiting towns and cities with his balloon and flying across the English Channel in races that captivated the 18th century public. Many of Sadler's research projects influenced other practical applications too. He undertook research into burning coal gas which led to the development of street lighting. He created a very early mobile steam engine and also earned special thanks from Admiral Lord Nelson for improving the accuracy of naval cannons and rifles. Since he died in 1828, Sadler's legacy has been lost from popular history. We are proud to carry his name here at Sadler's Yard - a name chosen by the people of Manchester as the result of a public competition ran in September 2015.
Size: 4000px × 6000px
Location: Sadler's Yard, off Dantzic Street, NOMA, Manchester, UK
Photo credit: © lowefoto / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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