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Wg Cdr J. A. Kent with the Deperdussin of 1910, belonging?
Wg Cdr J.A. Kent with the Deperdussin of 1910, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection at the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May
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1949 Aerodrome Belonging Deperdussin Shuttleworth Waltham Aeronautics
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, we find Wg Cdr J.A. Kent standing proudly next to the historic Deperdussin monoplane of 1910, which was then a part of the esteemed Shuttleworth Collection. The image was captured during the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party held at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May. The setting of the event, with its lush greenery and clear blue sky, serves as a beautiful backdrop to the vintage aircraft. Wg Cdr Kent, dressed in his uniform, exudes a sense of authority and admiration as he gazes at the Deperdussin, a pioneering aircraft of its time. The Deperdussin monoplane, designed by Henri Farman and built by the Société Anonyme des Etablissements Farman, was a significant milestone in aviation history. This particular aircraft, belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection, is a testament to the rich heritage of flight. The Deperdussin, with its sleek design and innovative features, revolutionized aviation in the early 1900s. Its monocoque construction, which utilized the entire airframe as a single structural unit, was a groundbreaking innovation that paved the way for more advanced aircraft designs. As the guests of the Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party gathered around to admire the Wg Cdr Kent and the Deperdussin, they were not only witnessing a piece of aviation history but also a symbol of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of innovation in flight. This photograph captures a moment in time, a moment that encapsulates the spirit of aviation and the awe-inspiring journey it has taken us on.
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