Harry Hawker (1889 - 1921), the pilot and passenger attempt to win the Daily Mail £5000 prize, round Britain. Unfortunately on 27th August the machine fell into to the sea of a height of about 100 feet near Dublinand was to damaged

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Harry Hawker (1889 - 1921), the pilot and passenger attempt to win the Daily Mail £5000 prize, round Britain. Unfortunately on 27th August the machine fell into to the sea of a height of about 100 feet near Dublinand was to damaged

Harry Hawker (1889 - 1921), the pilot and passenger attempt to win the Daily Mail £5000 prize, round Britain. Unfortunately on 27th August the machine fell into to the sea of a height of about 100 feet near Dublinand was to damaged to complete the flight. Date: 1913

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This print captures a moment in aviation history that is both thrilling and tragic. Harry Hawker, the daring pilot known for his pioneering spirit, embarked on a mission to win the prestigious Daily Mail £5000 prize for flying round Britain in 1913. Alongside his passenger, they took to the skies in their seaplane with hopes of making it all the way. However, fate had other plans as tragedy struck on 27th August when their machine plummeted into the sea near Dublin from a height of about 100 feet. The impact was devastating, leaving the aircraft severely damaged and unable to complete its journey. Despite this setback, Harry Hawker's legacy as an Australian aviation pioneer remains intact. His fearless determination and passion for flight continue to inspire generations of aviators around the world. As we gaze upon this historic image, we are reminded of the risks taken by early aviators like Harry Hawker who pushed boundaries and defied gravity in pursuit of greatness. Their courage lives on through stories like this one captured forever in time.

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