1916 Print Parachute Observation Balloon French German ORIGINAL HISTORIC ILW2

This is an original 1916 halftone print of a Frenchman parachuting down from an observation balloon. The caption reads, "The Frenchman, at the mercy of the gale, used his parachute and sought safety within the German lines."CONDITIONThis 95+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging in margins. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note there is printing on the reverse. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Very Fine + Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 9.25 inches; 15 x 23 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Keywords specific to this image: World War I, Great War, ParachutingILW2A9C16