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This is a vintage advertisement for the de Havilland Engine Company, featuring an image of the Heron aircraft in flight against a cloudy sky. The caption "The Power Unit of the Heron" suggests that the focus is on the engine technology powering this plane. Below the main image, there's an inset picture showing a detailed view of an airplane engine, presumably one used in the Heron. The text accompanying the images speaks to technological advancements and performance specifications such as speed and horsepower. It emphasizes that just over a decade ago, engines like these were winning world fame for their power-to-weight ratio and reliability. At the bottom, we see "DE HAVILLAND ENGINE COMPANY LIMITED" along with their location in Edgware, Middlesex, England. This ad likely dates back to mid-20th century when aviation was rapidly advancing and companies sought to showcase their contributions to aircraft performance enhancements.
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