Swedish engineer, physicist, aeronaut and polar explorer who died while leading an attempt to reach the Geographic North Pole by hydrogen balloon (1854-1897). ALS in French, signed “S. A. Andree,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 8.75, February 22, 1895. 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.
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