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Samuel Franklin Cody seen here with flying with a passenger at Laffan
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Samuel Franklin Cody seen here with flying with a passenger at Laffan
Samuel Franklin Cody seen here with flying with a passenger at Laffans Plain near Aldershot, during army testing of aircraft and their potential uses. 10th September 1909
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Daily Mirror
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Aldershot
England
Media ID 21568012
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1900s 1909 Aeroplane Biplane Cavalry Edwardian Horse Pioneer Silhouette Silhouettes Soldier Technology Differences
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the early 20th century. The image captures a momentous event in aviation history as Samuel Franklin Cody takes flight with a passenger at Laffans Plain near Aldershot on September 10th, 1909. Cody, an Edwardian pioneer in aviation, was known for his groundbreaking work in developing aircraft and exploring their potential uses. In this particular instance, he was conducting army testing of aircraft and their capabilities. As the silhouette of Cody's biplane soars through the sky, it is evident that this moment marked a significant advancement in technology. The photograph also showcases the stark contrast between traditional cavalry methods and emerging aerial transportation. While horses were once relied upon for military operations, Cody's innovative flying machine symbolizes a new era where soldiers could traverse great distances swiftly through the air. This remarkable image not only immortalizes one man's contribution to aviation but also represents a turning point in history. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of flight experimentation and highlights the immense impact that pioneers like Samuel Franklin Cody had on shaping our world today.
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