Made in 1784, soon after the Montgolfier flight this engraving shows the proliferation of balloon designs. In an early test, a Montgolfier balloon lifts from its hear source, restrained by men on the ground. History : At 1:45 pm., November 25, 1783 in courtyard of the château da la Muerte on the outskirts of Paris, the balloon constructed by brothers Joseph-Michale (1740-1810) and Jacques-Étiennebde Montgolfier d'ADLANDES the flight high over the city lasted for 25 minutes and came to the ground on the Butte-aux-Cailles,10 miles(16km) from where it had started. The Montgolfier's inspiration came from watching a fire burning and speculating as to the "force" that caused the sparks smokes and embers to rise. They constructed a large envelope from taffeta, lit fire beneath the opening and watched as it rose to the ceiling. The experiments grew grander in scale until on September 19, 1782 they were called to conduct a royal demonstration in Versailles. King Lo
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