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London Aerodrome in 1919 EPW000009
LONDON AERODROME, Hendon. Aerial photograph taken in September 1919 showing the London Country Club (formerly the London Flying Club). The building was later used as Hendon Police College, which opened in 1934. This site had been promoted as London Aerodrome since 1911, and was used in the First World War to train Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service pilots. It reopened to civilian use in 1919 and was the venue for flying displays, as well as being the first base for Aerofilms. In 1922 the RAF took over the aerodrome and civilian flights were excluded. A number of aircraft can be seen clustering close to the club house. EPW000009 Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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This print takes us back in time to the London Aerodrome in 1919. The aerial view captures the essence of this historic location, known today as Hendon Police College. Once home to the prestigious London Country Club, formerly known as the London Flying Club, this building holds a rich history within its walls. Originally established as London Aerodrome in 1911, it played a vital role during World War I by training Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service pilots. After reopening for civilian use in 1919, it became a hub for flying displays and served as the first base for Aerofilms. Intriguingly, numerous aircraft can be seen clustered near the club house, showcasing the bustling activity that once filled these skies. This image serves as a testament to both technological advancements and human ambition during an era when aviation was still relatively new. However, change was on the horizon. In 1922, control of the aerodrome shifted to the RAF (Royal Air Force), leading to restrictions on civilian flights. Despite this shift in purpose over time, this photograph immortalizes an important chapter in aviation history while offering us a glimpse into a world long gone by. The EPW000009 Aerofilms Collection preserves this remarkable moment frozen in time – an invaluable piece of our collective heritage captured from above by one of England's pioneering aerial photography companies.
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