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The Deputation to Col Seeley headed by Lord Desborough
The Deputation to Col Seeley, headed by Lord Desborough, which presented the Government with a 50hp Gnome-Ble
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Behalf Bleriot Correspondence Deputation Desborough Gnome Headed Office Photograph Presented Schools Students Seeley
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In this historic photograph, Lord Desborough, a prominent British peer and aviation enthusiast, leads a deputation to Colonel Seeley, the British Under-Secretary of State for War, in presenting a 50hp Gnome-Blériot monoplane to the British government. The year is 1912, and the advent of military aviation was a topic of great interest and importance. The group, consisting of distinguished figures from various fields, gathers around the aeroplane, which is displayed in an office setting. Among them are students and representatives from aviation schools and shows, all eager to contribute to the advancement of military aviation. The presence of several planes and airplanes in the background further underscores the significance of the moment. Lord Desborough, a former Member of Parliament and a decorated war hero, had been instrumental in promoting aviation in Britain. He had corresponded with Colonel Seeley regarding the potential use of aircraft in military operations and had arranged for the acquisition of the 50hp Gnome-Blériot monoplane as a demonstration model. The Gnome-Blériot monoplane, a single-seat, single-engine aircraft designed by Louis Blériot, was a significant advancement in aviation technology at the time. Its powerful engine and sleek design made it an ideal choice for military applications. The presentation of this aircraft to the British government marked an important milestone in the development of military aviation in the country. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in history, as influential figures come together to advocate for the adoption of military aviation. The determination and foresight of these individuals would pave the way for the establishment of the Royal Flying Corps and the eventual integration of aircraft into military operations during World War I.
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