Home > Services > Royal Navy
Flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R. N. 1915
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R. N. 1915
Portrait of Flight Sub-Lieutenant Warneford of the Royal Navy Air Service. Warneford became the first airman to destroy a Zeppelin in the air, by dropping bombs on LZ-37 over Bruges on the 7th June 1915, an act for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross. Warneford is pictured wearing his flying gear - helmet, goggles, jacket and gauntlets
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4383931
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10218579
Airman Awarded Bombs Bruges Destroy Dropping Gauntlets Goggles Lieutenant Pictured Warneford Zeppelin
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking portrait captures Flight Sub-Lieutenant R.A.J. Warneford of the Royal Navy Air Service, a hero of the First World War. Warneford made history on the 7th of June, 1915, when he became the first airman to destroy a Zeppelin in the air. He accomplished this feat by dropping bombs on LZ-37 over Bruges. For his bravery and achievement, Warneford was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration in the British military. In this photograph, Warneford is depicted wearing his full flying gear, including a helmet, goggles, a leather flying jacket, and gauntlets. The jacket, with its distinctive RNAS insignia, is adorned with decorations, including the Victoria Cross. Warneford's helmet bears the distinctive wings and propeller insignia of the Royal Flying Corps. The goggles, with their dark lenses, are a testament to the dangerous conditions that Warneford faced in the skies over enemy territory. This image is a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of the airmen who took to the skies during the First World War. Warneford's daring exploit against the Zeppelin LZ-37 marked a turning point in the war, demonstrating the potential of air power as a strategic weapon. This photograph is an important historical document, capturing the likeness of a man who played a pivotal role in the development of military aviation.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
