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Balloonist Outfit

19th Century

Cradle of Aviation Museum

Cradle of Aviation Museum
Garden City, United States

This is what a balloonist would have worn around 1880. Since ballooning was a sport for the wealthy, they often dressed in expensive formal attire. The topcoat kept the balloonist warm at cold altitudes, and the binoculars gave a better view.

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  • Title: Balloonist Outfit
  • Date Created: 19th Century
  • Type: Textile
  • Medium: Wool, cotton, linen
Cradle of Aviation Museum

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