About this image...

Image Title: Les Rois S'en Vont-- Bon Voyage!, circa 1848

Date: Between 1848 and 1856

Summary: French cartoon about kings departing for the moon, possibly in reference to the end of monarchy in Europe. Print shows several balloons labeled "Service du roi" from Spain, Prussia, Denmark, Naples, etc., landing in England, where the passengers board a train for a trip to the moon.

Subjects: Balloons (Aircraft)--1840-1860
Railroads--England--1840-1860
Rulers--1840-1860

Original Media: Lithograph

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