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This is a vintage advertisement for Supermarine, an English aircraft manufacturer established in 1913, known for designing and constructing naval flying boats. The ad proudly claims the title of "World's Fastest Flying Boat" based on their achievements with the Supermarine S. 6B seaplane. The central feature of the advertisement is its claim to fame as the winner of the Schneider Cup, specifically mentioning a victory in Naples in August 1922. The Schneider Trophy was a prestigious race for seaplanes and flying boats that was held from 1913 to 1931. Surrounding this bold declaration are images of various Supermarine aircraft models along with brief descriptions highlighting their capabilities or historical significance. These include: - Channel Type Flying Boats - Commercial Amphibians & Land Planes - Sea Eagle - General Purpose Amphibian - Scarab - Light Commercial Amphibian Additionally, there are testimonials from satisfied customers and technical details such as speed records and engine types used by these aircraft. At the bottom corners of the ad are mentions of Southampton, England—where Supermarine was based—and specific location details like "Itchen Ferry" and "Woolston. " Overall, this image captures an era when aviation technology was rapidly advancing and competition among manufacturers spurred significant developments in speed and design.
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