South Tyneside History
| Title | Shipley's Balloon |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0004259 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | Unknown |
| Date | Circa 1896 |
| Original Format | Black and White Photograph. |
| Period | Victorian (1837-1901) |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | William Shipley, balloonist, parachutist descending on Newcastle Town Moor in about 1896. A native of South Shields he was later employed by Hudson Soap Company to make advertisement ascents. |
