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The Thomas glider

The Thomas glider with Monsieur Jean Hemmerdinger in the cockpit, Vauville 1923

The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation

Media ID 657631

© RAF Museum 2007 - All Rights Reserved

Civil Aircraft Glider Interwar


10"x8" Photo Print

Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of stunning photographic prints, featuring the iconic Thomas Glider by Charles E. Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This captivating image, taken in Vauville in 1923, showcases Monsieur Jean Hemmerdinger in the cockpit of this historical aircraft. Relive the spirit of aviation history with this exquisite print, which beautifully captures the essence of innovation and adventure. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of vintage aircraft, this photographic print makes a perfect addition to any home or office decor. Order yours today and bring a piece of aviation history into your space.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the remarkable Thomas glider, featuring Monsieur Jean Hemmerdinger fearlessly seated in its cockpit during a momentous event in Vauville, 1923. The image captures the essence of interwar aviation and offers a glimpse into the world of civil aircraft at that time. The Thomas glider, an engineering marvel of its era, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Its sleek design and graceful wingspan are beautifully captured in this photograph by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum collection. As Monsieur Hemmerdinger takes his place within the cockpit, one can only imagine the exhilaration he must have felt soaring through the skies with nothing but wind beneath his wings. This image encapsulates both adventure and courage as it transports us back to an era when aviation was still in its infancy. Through this photograph, we gain insight into not only the technological advancements made during this period but also into the spirit of exploration that drove aviators like Monsieur Hemmerdinger to push boundaries and challenge conventional limits. The RAF Museum's preservation of such historical moments allows us to appreciate our rich aviation heritage while honoring those who paved the way for modern flight. This print is a window into an extraordinary chapter in aviation history - one filled with innovation, daring feats, and endless possibilities.

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