Colonel Cody flying his biplane, early 1900s

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Colonel Cody flying his biplane, early 1900s

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Aviator Biplane Cody Franklin Pilot Samuel

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In this photograph from the early 1900s, Colonel Samuel Franklin Cody soars through the open sky aboard his biplane, an iconic symbol of the burgeoning aviation era. With a determined expression etched on his weathered face, Cody, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, clings to the controls of the rudimentary aircraft, his gloved hands steady and focused. The Edwin Morgan-designed biplane, named the "Cooper-Cody," was one of the first successful monoplane designs, capable of reaching impressive speeds and altitudes for the time. Colonel Cody, a British-born American pioneer aviator, made history as one of the first to perform aerial displays and exhibitions, thrilling audiences with his daring flights. His daring exploits began in 1908 when he set a world record by flying a Bleriot monoplane across the English Channel. This photograph captures the essence of Cody's adventurous spirit and his significant contributions to the development of aviation. The vintage setting of this image, with its Edwardian-era fashion and the open, unspoiled landscape stretching out below, transports us back to a time when the world was still discovering the limitless possibilities of flight. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and ingenuity of early aviators like Colonel Cody, who dared to take to the skies and explore the unknown. This photograph is part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offering a unique glimpse into the history of aviation and the remarkable individuals who shaped it.

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