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Bleriot luncheon at House of Commons, London
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Bleriot luncheon at House of Commons, London
The famous French aviator, Louis Bleriot, posing with others after a luncheon given in his honour at the House of Commons in London, in the year he achieved the first flight across the English Channel. From right to left are Norbert Chereau, Madame Bleriot, Louis Bleriot, Viscount Brazalone and the Comtesse de la Peyrouse
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Aviator Bleriot Channel Commons Comtesse Honour Invention Luncheon Madame Posing Technology Viscount Chereau Norbert
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, French aviator Louis Bleriot (1872-1936) is seen posing with distinguished guests after a luncheon held in his honor at the House of Commons in London, September 1909. The occasion marked the achievement of Bleriot's groundbreaking flight across the English Channel, a milestone in the annals of aviation history. From right to left, the figures in the image include Norbert Chereau, Madame Bleriot, Louis Bleriot, Viscount Brazalone, and the Comtesse de la Peyrouse. The guests' elegant Edwardian attire reflects the opulence of the event, which celebrated not only Bleriot's remarkable invention but also the burgeoning potential of aviation technology. Bleriot's flight across the English Channel on July 25, 1909, had captivated the world. The achievement came just a few months after the Wright Brothers' first powered flight in 1903 and demonstrated the rapid progress being made in aviation. The photograph captures a moment of celebration and camaraderie, as the guests reveled in the excitement of this new era in transportation and technology. The House of Commons, an iconic British institution, provided an appropriate setting for the luncheon. The image serves as a testament to the international nature of scientific and technological advancements, with the French Bleriot at the center of attention in the heart of London. This photograph is a valuable historical record, offering a glimpse into the past and the pivotal role that Bleriot and his contemporaries played in shaping the future of aviation.
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