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The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914
The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914. Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz, a French army pilot, and his mechanic Louis Quenault who, on 5 October 1914 shot down a German Aviatik from their Voisin biplane, claiming the first victory in aerial combat
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Aerial Combat Aeroplane Aircraft Airplane Aviation Aviator Flight Louis Mechanic Pilot Plane Victory Air Transport Ann Ronan Pictures Frantz Military Personnel Voisin
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image of Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz and his mechanic Louis Quenault, the first crew to shoot down another aircraft in 1914. This high-quality mug showcases the classic black and white photograph from Heritage Images, capturing the bravery and innovation of the early days of aviation. Each mug is printed with archival-quality inks to ensure vibrant, long-lasting images. Start your day with a dose of history and a warm beverage in hand.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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"The crew of the first aircraft to shoot down another aeroplane, 1914. Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz, a French army pilot, and his mechanic Louis Quenault who, on 5 October 1914 shot down a German Aviatik from their Voisin biplane, claiming the first victory in aerial combat". This print captures an iconic moment in history - the triumph of two brave men who forever changed warfare. In this image, Flight-Sergeant Joseph Frantz stands tall in his military uniform alongside his trusted mechanic Louis Quenault. Their determined expressions reflect the gravity of their achievement. The year is 1914, amidst the chaos of World War I. The world had never witnessed such a spectacle before - an airborne battle between two rival nations. Frantz and Quenault's courage soared through the skies as they piloted their Voisin biplane into enemy territory. Their skills were put to test on that fateful day when they encountered a German Aviatik aircraft. With precision and unwavering determination, they unleashed fire upon their adversary until it plummeted towards earth – marking history's first recorded aerial victory. In this monochrome masterpiece by Joseph Frantz himself or an unknown creator capturing this monumental event for posterity; we witness not only these heroic individuals but also glimpse into an era where aviation was still in its infancy. This photograph serves as a reminder of how innovation can reshape warfare and alter the course of human conflict
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