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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


18x24 inch Poster Print

Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of poster prints, featuring an iconic aviation image - "The Thomas Glider" by Charles E. Brown from the RAF Museum. This captivating photograph showcases the Thomas Glider in flight with its pioneering pilot, Monsieur Jean Hemmerdinger, at the helm in Vauville, 1923. Relive the spirit of early aviation history with this exquisite and intricately detailed poster print. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, museums, or any space that appreciates the beauty and innovation of early flight. Order yours today and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

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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