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Dr Harold Roxbee Cox, Royal Aeronautical Society Preside?
Dr Harold Roxbee Cox, Royal Aeronautical Society President 1947-1949, leaves the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May in a hydrogen balloon flown by Charles Dollfus
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1947 1949 Aerodrome Harold Roxbee Waltham Aeronautics
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1. Title: "A Pioneering Flight: Dr. Harold Roxbee Cox, President of the Royal Aeronautical Society, Departs the 1949 Garden Party in a Hydrogen Balloon Dr. Harold Roxbee Cox, an esteemed figure in the world of aeronautics, bids farewell to the 1949 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at White Waltham Aerodrome on 8 May. Surrounded by the picturesque English countryside, Dr. Cox, who served as the President of the Royal Aeronautical Society from 1947 to 1949, embarks on a unique and pioneering journey. In this image, Dr. Cox, dressed in a formal suit and hat, is seen leaving the garden party in a hydrogen balloon, skillfully maneuvered by the renowned French balloonist, Charles Dollfus. The balloon, with its vibrant colors and grandeur, stands in stark contrast to the backdrop of the aerodrome, filled with planes, aeroplanes, and airplanes of various types and sizes. The transportative power of this photograph lies not only in the juxtaposition of old and new technologies but also in the spirit of innovation and exploration that it embodies. Dr. Cox, a visionary leader in the field of aeronautics, embraces the thrill of flight in its most traditional form, while the world around him is on the cusp of significant advancements in aviation technology. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of flight and the pioneering spirit that continues to drive the aeronautical industry forward. Dr. Harold Roxbee Cox's departure from the garden party in a hydrogen balloon serves as a reminder of the past achievements and future possibilities in the realm of aeronautics. [Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online]
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