Photographic Print : Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1
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Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC.
3 September 1916
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Cuffley Downed Herts Leefe Lieutenant Plough Robinson Shot Zeppelin Will I Am
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience history in vivid detail with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1," transports you back in time to the historic moment when Zeppelin L-21 was brought down over the Plough Inn in Cuffley, Herts, by Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC on September 3, 1916. Add this remarkable piece of aviation and military history to your home or office decor, and relive the courage and heroism of the past. Order your high-quality photographic print from Media Storehouse today.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.6cm x 27.9cm (7.3" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a historic moment in World War I aviation history. The image, titled "Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1," depicts the wreckage of a German Zeppelin L-21, which was brought down near the Plough Inn in Cuffley, Hertfordshire, England on September 3, 1916. The brave actions of Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC, a British Royal Flying Corps pilot, made this event possible. Lieutenant Leefe Robinson, a young and determined aviator, had been on patrol that night when he spotted the approaching Zeppelin. Despite being outnumbered and outgunned, he pursued the enemy airship relentlessly. With skill and courage, he managed to release a single bullet that struck the Zeppelin's hydrogen tank, causing it to explode and crash into the ground. The Plough Inn, a local pub, became the focal point of the scene as the wreckage came crashing down in its vicinity. The photograph captures the destruction and chaos that ensued, with the inn's sign still visible amidst the debris. The image is a testament to the bravery and determination of Lieutenant Leefe Robinson, who was later awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration, for his actions that night. This photograph is a significant historical record of a pivotal moment in World War I aviation history. It serves as a reminder of the courage and skill of the pilots who fought in the skies during this time and the impact their actions had on the outcome of the war.
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