Description
ALS in French, signed “S. A. Andree,”
one page both sides, 5.5 x 8.75
February 22, 1895
Swedish engineer, physicist, aeronaut and polar explorer who died while leading an attempt to reach the Geographic North Pole by hydrogen balloon (1854-1897). Letter to famed balloonist Gaston Tissandier, in part (translated): “Before your letter was received I had already sent the complete project that you probably have now in your hands. I am very happy that you have made your magnificent experience the tour of France in a balloon, and this of course favors my project as well. Today I have sent you the result of an interview of Mr. T. B. with specialist who has visited the polar regions where I have spent myself one year. I thank you very much for your kindness and to promise that I can count on you.” In fine condition. Since Andrée died at 42 and was little known before his doomed flight, his letters are very rare.
