Proposed design for balloon utilizing sails for propulsion, Paris, 1783; Design drawing shows two men in basket steering balloon by manipulation of a sail. A ladder connects the balloon to a parachute-style apparatus intended for safe descent where a third man handles the connection between the balloon and parachute. (Source: Renstrom, LC staff, 1981-82.);

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