James Sadler setting off on the proposed first crossing of the Irish Sea from Dublin by  balloon, 1812; with details of the hydrogen barrels and equipment. Engraving.

James Sadler setting off on the proposed first crossing of the Irish Sea from Dublin by balloon, 1812. Watercolour.

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James Sadler setting off on the proposed first crossing of the Irish Sea from Dublin by balloon, 1812; with details of the hydrogen barrels and equipment. Engraving.

James Sadler setting off on the proposed first crossing of the Irish Sea from Dublin by balloon, 1812. Watercolour.