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Sir Henry Tim Birkin (1896-1933) and Dorothy Paget (1905-1960) showing off their Bentley. And James Allan Jim Mollison (1905-1959) the aviator who had recently broken the Lympne to Cape Town flying record. Date: 1932
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In this photograph from 1932, two record-breaking pioneers of motoring and aviation, Sir Henry "Tim" Birkin and Dorothy Paget, proudly display their Bentley alongside the recently crowned aviation record-breaker, James "Jim" Mollison. The image, taken during an era of daring feats and groundbreaking achievements in both industries, captures the excitement and glamour of the 1930s. Sir Henry Tim Birkin, a British racing driver and Bentley works team member, is known for his numerous racing successes, including setting the Brooklands Outer Circuit lap record in 1930. His passion for motorsport and engineering led him to modify the Bentley cars, creating the "Blower Bentleys," which became legendary for their impressive performance. Dorothy Paget, a British racing driver and the first woman to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, stands beside her husband, Tim, with a radiant smile. James "Jim" Mollison, a daring aviator, made headlines by breaking the Lympne to Cape Town flying record in just 4 days, 14 hours, and 52 minutes. With a determined look in his eyes, Mollison poses confidently next to the sleek Bentley, which stands as a testament to the spirit of innovation and competition that defined the 1930s. The trio's shared love for speed and adventure is evident in this photograph, as they celebrate their respective achievements and the spirit of camaraderie that united pioneers in motoring and aviation during this exhilarating time in history.
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