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Aviator John Alcock 1919
Captain in the Royal Air Force, he was the pilot of the first direct transatlantic flight in June 1919 with navigator Arthur Whitten Brown
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1892 Alcock Arthur Aviator Direct Navigator Pilot Trans Atlantic Whitten 1919
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Aviator John Alcock 1919" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, captured by an unknown photographer, immortalizes the historic moment when heroic aviator John Alcock (1899-1919) and his intrepid navigator, Arthur Whitten Brown, returned as the first men to complete a direct transatlantic flight. Having taken off from Newfoundland, Canada, on June 14, 1919, they landed in Ireland on June 17, making them the first people to fly non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean. This evocative black-and-white print is a testament to their groundbreaking achievement and the spirit of adventure that defined the early days of aviation. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and be inspired by the courage and determination of these pioneering pilots.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This striking photograph captures the moment of triumph for Captain John Alcock (1892-1919), a brave aviator and pioneer of air travel. Dressed in his Royal Air Force uniform, complete with cap, Alcock is shown beaming with pride as he stands next to his aircraft, having successfully completed the first direct transatlantic flight from Newfoundland, Canada to Ireland in June 1919. Accompanied by his navigator, Arthur Whitten Brown, the pair made history with their groundbreaking achievement, which took just over 16 hours to complete. Born in England, Alcock joined the British Army in 1911 and later transferred to the Royal Flying Corps, where he distinguished himself as an accomplished pilot. In the early 1900s, the idea of crossing the Atlantic Ocean by air seemed like a daunting and impossible task. However, Alcock and Brown's determination and skill proved that it was not only possible but also opened up a new era in transportation and aviation history. Their Vickers Vimy biplane, named "The Star of Canada," was a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the time. The aircraft, which was originally designed as a transport plane for the British Army, was modified for the transatlantic flight with additional fuel tanks and navigational equipment. Alcock and Brown's historic journey marked the beginning of regular transatlantic air travel and paved the way for commercial aviation as we know it today. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of early aviators like John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown, who pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible and opened up new frontiers in transportation and exploration.
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