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WW1 - Aircraft - The Henri Farman HF. 20
WW1 - The Farman HF.20 and its derivatives were a family of reconnaissance aircraft produced in France shortly before and during the First World War. A pilot and co pilot are pictured seated in the aircraft, whilst air mechanics are on stand-by. Two officers stand in the foreground overseeing the preparation on the airfield. Date: 1915
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Aeronautic Airfield Farman Mechanics Observation Observe Observing Pilot Pilots Preparation Prepare Reconnaissance Officers
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and focus of the First World War's aerial reconnaissance efforts, as French personnel prepare a Farman HF.20 aircraft for takeoff in 1915. The Farman HF.20 and its derivatives were a significant family of reconnaissance planes produced in France before and during the war. In this image, a pilot and co-pilot are seen seated in the cockpit, their expressions a mix of concentration and determination. Air mechanics stand at the ready, tools in hand, poised to make last-minute adjustments or repairs. Two officers in uniform oversee the proceedings from the foreground, their stern gazes fixed on the aircraft and the task at hand. The airfield, with its rows of planes and support structures, stretches out behind them, a testament to the vast logistical effort required to sustain the war effort from the skies. The year is 1915, and the First World War rages on, with the skies above the Western Front becoming an increasingly important battleground. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the daily routine of the men and women who played a crucial role in the aerial warfare of the era, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and innovations that shaped the course of military history.
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