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Voisin 5 bombers
A pair of Voisin 5 bombers alongside a Maurice Farman, somewhere in France Date: circa 1916-1917
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Alongside Bombers Farman Maurice Pair Voisin 1916 1917
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In this evocative photograph, taken circa 1916-1917, we witness a pair of Voisin 5 bombers parked alongside a Maurice Farman aircraft in a French airfield. The Voisin 5, a two-seat biplane, was a formidable military aircraft of its time, known for its robust construction and long endurance. With a top speed of 85 mph, it was a key player in the aerial warfare of the First World War. The Voisin 5 bombers, with their distinctive angular wings and large engines, exude a sense of power and determination. Their menacing presence underscores the harsh realities of the conflict, as they were primarily used for bombing enemy targets from the air. The open cockpits reveal the pilots, clad in leather helmets and goggles, ready for their next sortie. The Maurice Farman aircraft, in contrast, appears more civilian in nature. With its rounded wings and open cockpit, it seems almost anachronistic amidst the military might of the Voisin bombers. However, it too played an essential role in the early days of aviation, serving as a trainer and reconnaissance plane for the French military. This image captures a moment in time, when the skies above France were filled with the sounds of roaring engines and the sight of brave men and machines engaged in a battle that was being fought not on the ground, but high above it. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the early days of military aviation and the pivotal role it played in the outcome of the First World War.
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