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What ground-breaking achievement is Nadar known for in 1858?

  • Taking the first aerial photograph

  • Inventing the hot air balloon

  • Publishing his first novel

  • Opening his photography studio

Answer

In 1858, the French photographer Nadar took the first aerial photograph. He flew a balloon over Paris and took a picture of the city from above. This was a groundbreaking achievement because it was the first time that a photograph had been taken from the air. It also showed the potential of photography to be used for scientific and military purposes.
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