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Up, Up and Away: The Flying Priest.
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- Author(s): Visoni, Rodrigo Moura
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History Magazine; Oct/Nov2009, Vol. 11 Issue 1, p30-32, 3p, 3 Color Photographs, 2 Illustrations
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The article profiles Brazilian priest Bartolomeu Lourenço and his invention of the hot air balloon in Portugal during the early 18th century. It notes that his small hot air balloons did not gain popularity as they were not taken seriously by Portuguese officials and were deemed dangerous. Lourenço's other inventions, accusations of apostasy, and his failed escape to England are also discussed.
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