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Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Izme was built for Albert Vickers to take part in the British International Trophy (Harmsworth Trophy) event held at Osborne Bay in September 1913. She was built by Sam Saunders in Cowes and was driven by two 150 hp Wolseley engines
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Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913 - A Glimpse into the Golden Age of Hydroplane Racing
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. This print captures the magnificent Izmes hydroplane, equipped with two powerful 150 hp Wolseley engines. Created by Kirk & Sons of Cowes in 1913, this remarkable vessel was commissioned for Albert Vickers to compete in the prestigious British International Trophy (Harmsworth Trophy) event held at Osborne Bay. Built by the skilled hands of Sam Saunders in Cowes, Isle of Wight, Izmes showcased exceptional craftsmanship and engineering prowess. With its sleek hull cutting through the water effortlessly, it epitomized both elegance and power. Driven by twin Wolseley engines, Izmes represented a fusion of innovation and speed that defined early 20th-century marine technology. The combined expertise of Arthur Henry Kirk, Edgar WP Kirk, William Umpleby Kirk from Kirk & Sons ensured every detail was meticulously crafted for optimum performance. As she gracefully glided across Osborne Bay during the race under Sam Edward Saunders' expert guidance as her driver; spectators were left awestruck by her sheer beauty and precision. This iconic moment captured on film showcases not only a triumph in transportation but also a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries. Today, this vintage photograph serves as a reminder of an era when hydroplane racing reigned supreme - an era where men like Albert Vickers dared to dream big and companies like Wolseley Motors Ltd pushed technological
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