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The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914
The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914. Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz, a French army pilot, and his mechanic Louis Quenault who, on 5 October 1914 shot down a German Aviatik from their Voisin biplane, claiming the first victory in aerial combat
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Aerial Combat Aeroplane Aircraft Airplane Aviation Aviator Flight Louis Mechanic Pilot Plane Victory Air Transport Ann Ronan Pictures Frantz Military Personnel Voisin
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with our exclusive Fine Art Print of "The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914" by Heritage Images. This captivating image, featuring Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz and his mechanic Louis Quenault, marks the momentous occasion of the first aerial combat in history. Add a touch of aviation heritage to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using archival inks and premium paper to ensure lasting beauty and vibrancy. Order yours today and relive the thrill of the early days of aviation.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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"The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914. Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz, a French army pilot, and his mechanic Louis Quenault who, on 5 October 1914 shot down a German Aviatik from their Voisin biplane, claiming the first victory in aerial combat". This print captures an iconic moment in history - the triumph of two brave men who forever changed warfare. In this image, Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz stands tall in his military uniform alongside his trusted mechanic Louis Quenault. Their determined expressions reflect the gravity of their achievement. The year is 1914, amidst the chaos of World War I. The world had never witnessed such a spectacle before - an airborne battle between two rival nations. Frantz and Quenault's courage soared through the skies as they piloted their Voisin biplane into enemy territory. Their skills were put to test on that fateful day when they encountered a German Aviatik aircraft. With precision and unwavering determination, they unleashed fire upon their adversary until it plummeted towards earth – marking history's first recorded aerial victory. In this monochrome masterpiece by Joseph Frantz himself or an unknown creator capturing this monumental event for posterity; we witness not only these heroic individuals but also glimpse into an era where aviation was still in its infancy. This photograph serves as a reminder of how innovation can reshape warfare and alter the course of human conflict
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