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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). Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1477827
Filename: afl03_aerofilms_003.jpg
Size: 4846 x 3890 (10.0MB)
Date: 26th July 1919
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive Aerofilms C
Source: English Heritage Images
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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.
