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French aviator Louis Bleriot and his monoplane in which he made the first successful flight across the English Channel in a heavier-than-air aircraft (b / w photo)
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French aviator Louis Bleriot and his monoplane in which he made the first successful flight across the English Channel in a heavier-than-air aircraft (b / w photo)
3639303 French aviator Louis Bleriot and his monoplane in which he made the first successful flight across the English Channel in a heavier-than-air aircraft (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French aviator Louis Bleriot and his monoplane in which he made the first successful flight across the English Channel in a heavier-than-air aircraft. Illustration from The Daily Graphic, 26 July 1909.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 23633478
© Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a historic moment in aviation history - French aviator Louis Bleriot and his monoplane, the aircraft that carried him across the English Channel for the first successful flight in a heavier-than-air machine. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this image showcases Bleriot's groundbreaking achievement. In July 1909, Bleriot piloted his monoplane from France to England, defying all odds and proving that human flight over long distances was possible. The propeller-driven aircraft became a symbol of innovation and progress during this era of aviation pioneers. The photograph is sourced from a private collection and originally appeared in The Daily Graphic on July 26,1909. It offers a glimpse into the excitement surrounding Bleriot's feat at the time. With its grainy texture and vintage aesthetic, this image transports us back to an era when flying was still considered extraordinary. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then, with air travel now being an integral part of our daily lives. Louis Bleriot's daring journey across the English Channel paved the way for future advancements in aviation technology. This photograph immortalizes his triumph as well as capturing an important moment in European history.
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