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Jigsaw Puzzle : Morane-Saulnier MS. 502 Criquet F-BEJQ
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Morane-Saulnier MS. 502 Criquet F-BEJQ
Morane-Saulnier MS.502 Criquet F-BEJQ (msn 670), equipped as a banner tug. This aircraft was used as a launch platform for Birdman Leo Valentin. He was killed near Liverpool (Speke) on 20 May 1956 when a wing was damaged as he left the aircraft. Date: circa 1960
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1956 Banner Birdman Criquet Damaged Equipped Killed Liverpool Morane Saulnier Platform Speke This Valentin Wing
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of piecing together history with our exquisite Morane-Saulnier MS.502 Criquet jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of this historic aircraft by Mary Evans Picture Library, this puzzle presents a captivating challenge for puzzle enthusiasts. The MS.502 Criquet, registration F-BEJQ, is depicted in its unique banner-tug configuration, having served as a launch platform for the legendary French aviator Leo Valentin. Engage in an immersive experience as you bring to life this intricate and captivating piece of aviation history, one puzzle piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the Morane-Saulnier MS.502 Criquet aircraft with the registration number F-BEJQ (msn 670), specifically designed and equipped as a banner tug. The MS.502 Criquet, a French-built aeroplane, gained notoriety for its role as a launch platform for the daring aviator Leo Valentin. Known as "Birdman," Valentin performed death-defying feats by jumping from great heights while attached to a parasail or wingsuit, which he would deploy after leaving the aircraft. The image captures the MS.502 Criquet in its distinctive configuration, with a long tow rope trailing behind, ready to deploy for Valentin's next daring leap. However, tragedy struck on 20 May 1956, near Liverpool's Speke airport, when Valentin's wing was damaged upon exiting the aircraft. Fatefully, he did not survive the incident. This photograph, taken circa 1960, offers a glimpse into the aeronautical world of the past, where courage, innovation, and the spirit of adventure were at the forefront. The Morane-Saulnier MS.502 Criquet, with its rich history and association with the daring exploits of Leo Valentin, remains an intriguing piece of aviation history.
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