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Canvas Print : Taken on the first Aerofilms flight EPW000003
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Taken on the first Aerofilms flight EPW000003
LONDON AERODROME, Hendon. From the first ever Aerofilms flight taking commercial aerial photography in July 1919. Shows the area around Hendon and another aircraft in flight. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 1477827
© Historic England
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Taken on the first Aerofilms flight EPW000003" - a captivating piece of aviation history brought to life. This extraordinary image, taken by Aerofilms in July 1919, marks the beginning of commercial aerial photography. Witness the scene at London Aerodrome, Hendon, where the first ever flight captured the area around Hendon and another aircraft in mid-flight. Add a touch of nostalgia and intrigue to your space with this vintage canvas print, showcasing an essential moment in aviation history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photo print, taken on the first ever Aerofilms flight EPW000003 in July 1919, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into history. The image transports us to London Aerodrome in Hendon, where the pioneering spirit of aviation was taking flight. As we peer through time's lens, we witness an extraordinary moment captured from above. The sprawling landscape surrounding Hendon unfolds before our eyes, revealing a patchwork of fields and buildings that once defined this area. But it is not just the static scene that captivates; there is another aircraft soaring gracefully through the sky alongside ours. This fleeting encounter between two flying machines adds an extra layer of excitement and wonder to this already remarkable photograph. Preserved within the Aerofilms Collection at Historic England, this aerial masterpiece showcases not only technical prowess but also a profound sense of adventure. It reminds us how far we have come since those early days when commercial aerial photography was still in its infancy. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate the courage and ingenuity required to embark on such groundbreaking endeavors. Let us celebrate those who dared to dream big and take to the skies with their cameras as they paved the way for future generations of photographers and aviators alike.
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