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Richard Byrds attempt to fly the Atlantic
The Fokker Trimotor aeroplane, America, in which the American aviator and naval officer Richard Evelyn Byrd (1888-1957) attempted to fly the Atlantic non-stop from the USA to France in the hope of winning the Orteig Prize. Unfortunately, during a practice takeoff the plane crashed, severely injuring a co-pilot and slightly injuring Byrd. While the plane was being repaired, Charles Lindbergh won the prize
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Atlantic Aviator Byrd Competition Crashed Evelyn Fokker Invention Lindbergh Pilot Practice Prize Publicity Repaired Stop Take Off Technology Trimotor Winning 1927 Injuring
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the thrilling history of aviation with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Richard Byrd's daring attempt to fly the Atlantic. This exquisite print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic Fokker Trimotor aeroplane, emblazoned with the American flag, as it bravely sets out on its historic journey from the USA to France in 1932. Byrd, an American aviator and naval officer, aimed to achieve the first non-stop transatlantic flight. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and remind you of human courage and determination.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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In this historic photograph, American aviator and naval officer Richard Evelyn Byrd (1888-1957) stands beside the wreckage of the Fokker Trimotor aeroplane, named "America," which he had hoped would carry him and his crew across the Atlantic Ocean from the United States to France, winning the coveted Orteig Prize. The year was 1927, an era of technological innovation and public fascination with aviation. Byrd, an experienced pilot and explorer, had embarked on this daring mission to claim the prize, which had been offered by a wealthy Frenchman, Raymond Orteig, to the first aviator to fly solo non-stop between New York and Paris. However, during a practice takeoff, tragedy struck. The plane crashed, severely injuring the co-pilot and slightly injuring Byrd. As the crew worked to repair the damaged aircraft, the news of the accident spread, and the public's attention shifted. Meanwhile, Charles Lindbergh, another American aviator, seized the opportunity and successfully completed the transatlantic flight on May 20, 1927, winning the Orteig Prize and securing his place in history. The Fokker Trimotor, a three-engine transport aircraft, was a technological marvel of the 1920s, representing the pinnacle of aviation technology at the time. Despite the setback, Byrd's attempt to fly the Atlantic marked an important chapter in the history of aviation, demonstrating the courage and determination of the pioneering aviators of the era.
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