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Northrop Gamma 2B
The Lincoln Ellsworth Trans-Antarctic Flight Northrop Gamma 2B Named Polar Star Flying over Mountains Now Residing in the Smithsonian Museum, Msn2 Date: 1933
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1933 Air To Air Aircraft Exterior California Enroute External Past
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This photograph captures the Northrop Gamma 2B aircraft, named "Polar Star," soaring over towering mountains during the historic Trans-Antarctic Flight of 1933. The image, taken in California, USA, showcases the exterior of the plane in stunning detail as it gracefully navigates the crisp, clear sky. The Northrop Gamma 2B was a significant aircraft for its time, and this particular model was piloted by renowned explorers Lincoln Ellsworth and Herbert Hollick-Kenyon on their daring journey across the Antarctic continent. The plane, with its sleek design and powerful engine, embodies the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the early days of aviation. Today, this piece of history resides in the esteemed collections of the Smithsonian Museum, a testament to the groundbreaking achievements of the past. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, transports us back to an era of exploration and discovery, inviting us to marvel at the ingenuity and courage of those who dared to take to the skies and conquer new frontiers.
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