Avaiation Collection

Harriet Quimby getting ready for flight 1912
Harriet Quimby (1875 1912), American airwoman and a movie screenwriter. In 1911, she was awarded a U.S. pilots certificate by the Aero Club of America

Monkey making flight at Bath Aviation Meeting 1912
At the first Bath Aviation Meeting, Little Nat (monkey) made an ascent with Mr. Hucks, a well known airman at the time, after being up a short time the pilot had to come down owing to engine

Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, Royal Gardens, Vauxhall, August 7, 1838, pub
2962411 Ascent of the Nassau Balloon, Royal Gardens, Vauxhall, August 7, 1838, pub. 1838 (lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Green (1785 - 1871)

Aeronautics Exhibition to be held in Paris in 1885 under the direction of Eugene Godard
2962412 Aeronautics Exhibition to be held in Paris in 1885 under the direction of Eugene Godard, pb. 1885 (colour lithograph) by French School

Argentina footballers Diego Maradona is met by his friend and international teammate Osvaldo Ardiles on his arrival at London Heathrow

England footballer Gary Lineker with his wife Michelle at London Heathrow. 6th July 1986

Solemnity of the World - On the way to a Flower Festival
Solemnity of the World - On the way to the Flower Festival. Date: 1837

WW1 - French and German aerial battle, 1916
WW1 - French and German aeroplanes in an aerial battle. The French in quick-firing gun action using the built in machine gun at the nose of the battle-plane to attack their enemy

Santos-Dumont / Cig. Card
ALBERTO SANTOS-DUMONT Brazilian avaiation pioneer with Demoiselle of 1908

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"From Harriet Quimby to Diego Maradona: A Journey Through Aviation History" In 1912, the fearless aviator Harriet Quimby prepares for her groundbreaking flight, marking a significant milestone in aviation history. The Bath Aviation Meeting of 1912 witnessed an unexpected spectacle as a daring monkey took to the skies, showcasing the evolving nature of aviation. Dating back to August 7, 1838, the Nassau Balloon's ascent at Royal Gardens in Vauxhall captivated audiences and laid the foundation for future aerial endeavors. Under Eugene Godard's visionary direction, Paris hosted an awe-inspiring Aeronautics Exhibition in 1885 that showcased cutting-edge advancements in aviation technology. The skies became battlegrounds during WW1 as French and German forces engaged in intense aerial battles, forever changing warfare tactics and pushing aviation boundaries. Beyond the realm of sports, football legend Diego Maradona finds himself greeted by a friend amidst his travels—a testament to how aviation connects people from all walks of life. England footballer Gary Lineker and his wife Michelle embrace their love for travel as they navigate London Heathrow airport—an example of how aviation enables global exploration. In this captivating caption about "aviation, " we explore various historical moments such as Harriet Quimby's flight preparation in 1912 and a monkey taking flight at Bath Aviation Meeting during the same year. We also delve into earlier events like the Nassau Balloon ascent in Vauxhall Gardens back in 1838 and Eugene Godard's influential Aeronautics Exhibition held in Paris during 1885. Moving forward chronologically brings us to World War I where French-German aerial battles reshaped military strategies forever.