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Clement Bayard
The Clement-Bayard flies from Paris to London
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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 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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This historic photograph captures the moment of triumph as French aviator Clement Bayard successfully navigates his airship, the Clement-Bayard No. 6, across the English Channel and over the iconic Tower Bridge in London on September 29, 1909. Bayard, a pioneer in aviation, had embarked on this daring journey from Paris with the ambitious goal of becoming the first person to fly an airship from France to England. The Clement-Bayard No. 6, a large, rigid-framed airship with a distinctive elongated fuselage and four powerful engines, had taken off from Le Crotoy airfield in Picardy, France, earlier that day. The 210-kilometer (130-mile) journey across the English Channel was fraught with challenges, including strong winds and turbulent weather conditions. As Bayard approached the British shores, he skillfully maneuvered his airship over the Thames River, passing under the iconic Tower Bridge, which was raised especially for his arrival. The sight of the airship gliding over the bridge, with the towering structure framed against the London skyline, was an unforgettable moment in aviation history. This photograph, taken from a vantage point along the Thames, captures the essence of this remarkable achievement. The image of the Clement-Bayard No. 6, with its distinctive shape and the iconic Tower Bridge in the background, serves as a testament to the ingenuity and courage of Clement Bayard and the early pioneers of aviation. This photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into a bygone era when the skies were still a new frontier for human exploration and transportation. The image of the Clement-Bayard No. 6 flying over the Thames River remains an enduring symbol of human achievement and the spirit of innovation.
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