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Supermarine Spitfire I K5054 first one

Supermarine Spitfire I K5054 first one


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Date: 6th March 2006

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Supermarine Spitfire I K5054 first one

Photo by Jeffrey Quill 1938.
Flying over the entrance to the River Medina at Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
The white building on the right hand side is Saunders Roe at East Cowes. Slightly further down on the right is the chain link ferry between East and West Cowes. Bottom right is Samuel Whites Shipbuilders and running along the top of the picture is the breakwater

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This print captures a historic moment in aviation history - the iconic Supermarine Spitfire I K5054, soaring triumphantly over the entrance to the River Medina at Cowes on the picturesque Isle of Wight. Taken by renowned photographer Jeffrey Quill in 1938, this image showcases not only the sheer beauty and grace of this legendary aircraft but also provides a glimpse into the bustling maritime activity along this scenic coastline. Intriguing details emerge as we delve deeper into this snapshot. On the right-hand side, we see Saunders Roe at East Cowes, its white building standing out against nature's vibrant backdrop. Just slightly further down is the chain link ferry connecting East and West Cowes, serving as a vital transportation link for locals and visitors alike. Meanwhile, Samuel Whites Shipbuilders can be spotted at bottom right, adding an industrial touch to this otherwise serene setting. The breakwater running along the top of the picture adds depth and perspective to Quill's composition while reminding us of both man-made structures that shape our world and nature's relentless power. As we admire this photograph print from FlightGlobal, let us reflect on how it encapsulates not just a single moment frozen in time but also represents human ingenuity pushing boundaries skyward amidst a backdrop of everyday life unfolding harmoniously below.

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