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Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan
Hoisting Gloster Sparrowhawk from Battleship Turret. William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965) was a Scottish peer and record-breaking air pioneer who was later shown to have passed secret information to the Imperial Japanese military before the Second World War. In 1921, Sempill led an official military mission to Japan that showcased the latest British aircraft. In subsequent years he continued to aid the Imperial Japanese Navy in developing its Navy Air Service and began giving military secrets to the Japanese. Although his activities were uncovered by British Intelligence, Sempill was not prosecuted for spying and allowed to continue in public life. Date: circa 1921
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1921 Advise Battleship Consultation Forbes Sempill Francis Hoisting Instruction Mission Turret 1922 Sparrow Hawk
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Step back in time to 1921 and witness a pivotal moment in aviation history as Lord Sempill's British Aviation Mission to Japan showcases the latest British aircraft, including the Gloster Sparrowhawk, being hoisted from the battleship turret. Led by William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965), this mission marked a significant turning point in Anglo-Japanese relations as it introduced cutting-edge British technology to the Imperial Japanese Navy.
As an air pioneer and record-breaker, Lord Sempill was instrumental in developing Japan's Navy Air Service and provided crucial military advice and consultation to his new friends across the Pacific. Little did anyone know at the time that this seemingly innocent exchange of knowledge would have far-reaching consequences for global politics.
This photograph captures a moment of triumph for both nations as they celebrated their shared passion for flight. The image is not only a testament to the advancements made in aviation during this era but also serves as a poignant reminder of the complex web of international relationships that shaped world events.
Date: circa 1921
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