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Antique Framed Print : James Doolittle on the float of his Curtiss R3C racer, 1925
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James Doolittle on the float of his Curtiss R3C racer, 1925
Lieutenant General James H Doolittle is most famous for the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo in 1942 but had previously won the Schneider Trophy for the USA in 1925
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1194639
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Interwar People Record Breaking
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the interwar era of aviation when Lieutenant General James H Doolittle was making waves in the skies. The image showcases Doolittle standing proudly on the float of his magnificent Curtiss R3C racer, a symbol of his remarkable achievements and pioneering spirit.
Doolittle's name may be most famously associated with the audacious Doolittle Raid on Tokyo during World War II, but it is here that we witness an earlier triumph. In 1925, he brought glory to the United States by winning the prestigious Schneider Trophy. This victory not only solidified America's position as a force to be reckoned with in aviation but also propelled Doolittle into international prominence.
As we gaze at this photograph, our eyes are drawn to both man and machine. With an air of confidence and determination radiating from him, Doolittle stands tall against a backdrop of endless possibilities. His presence exudes passion for flight and an unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries.
The sleek lines of his Curtiss R3C racer hint at its record-breaking capabilities—a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement during this transformative period in history. It serves as a reminder that behind every great aviator lies an equally extraordinary aircraft.
This remarkable image captures not just one man's achievement but also represents countless dreams taking flight amidst a world recovering from war. It embodies the resilience and ambition that defined those who dared to explore uncharted territories above clouds.
Preserved within these pixels is more than just a moment frozen in time; it encapsulates an entire era where heroes like James H Doolittle paved the way for future generations' aspirations skyward—forever etched into history as pioneers who defied gravity itself.
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