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Caproni Ca-90
The worlds largest landplane (for the time being) this six engine heavy bomber will never have the chance to prove its worth, being obsolete by the next time Italy goes to war
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Caproni Chance Heavy Landplane Largest Obsolete Prove Specific Worth 1929
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.9cm (9.3" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures the imposing presence of the Caproni Ca-90, the largest landplane in the world at the time of its unveiling in 1929. With a wingspan of 84 meters and six powerful engines, this heavy bomber represented the pinnacle of Italian aviation technology during the interwar period. However, the Ca-90 was never given the opportunity to prove its worth in combat. Italy, eager to modernize its military after World War I, had high hopes for the Ca-90 as a formidable addition to its arsenal. Designed by the Caproni company, the aircraft was intended to carry a heavy bomb load and provide long-range capabilities. Yet, by the time Italy went to war again in the late 1930s, the Ca-90 had become obsolete. Advancements in aviation technology had rendered the Ca-90's design outdated. The advent of more agile and maneuverable monoplane bombers, such as the German Heinkel He 111 and the Soviet Tupolev TB-1, made the Ca-90's six-engine configuration and biplane design seem antiquated. Despite its unfortunate timing, the Ca-90 remains an intriguing piece of aviation history. Its impressive size and innovative features, such as its retractable landing gear, showcase the ingenuity and ambition of Italian engineers during the interwar period. Although it never saw combat, the Ca-90 serves as a reminder of the rapid pace of technological advancements in the field of aviation and the importance of staying abreast of the latest developments to maintain a military edge. This photograph, taken during the Ca-90's unveiling ceremony, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the fleeting nature of technological superiority. The Ca-90 may have been obsolete by the time of Italy's next war, but its legacy lives on as a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of its creators.
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