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P. M. Scott, National Gliding Champion
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P. M. Scott, National Gliding Champion
P.M. Scott, winner of the 1963 National Gliding Championships, sitting in an Olympia 419 glider at the Lasham Gliding Centre. Two Air Scouts, from a combined party from Hampshire, Middlesex and London, stand next to the cockpit.
26 May 1963
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1. Title: "A Triumphant Moment: P.M. Scott, 1963 National Gliding Champion, and Young Scouts at Lasham Gliding Centre". In this evocative photograph taken on 26th May 1963, P.M. Scott, the triumphant winner of the 1963 National Gliding Championships, proudly sits in the cockpit of an Olympia 419 glider at the prestigious Lasham Gliding Centre. Two eager Air Scouts, representing a combined party from Hampshire, Middlesex, and London, stand beside the glider, gazing up at their hero with a mixture of admiration and excitement. The National Gliding Championships, an annual event organized by the Gliding Association of the United Kingdom, provided a unique opportunity for young people to gain valuable experience in aviation. P.M. Scott's victory served as an inspiring testament to the potential of teenage scouts in mastering the art of gliding. The picturesque village of Lasham, nestled in the heart of England, was the perfect setting for this remarkable achievement. The serene beauty of the countryside, combined with the thrill of soaring through the skies, made for an unforgettable learning experience for these young scouts. As they stood next to the sleek, silver Olympia 419 glider, they could hardly contain their anticipation. The chance to learn from a national champion like P.M. Scott was an opportunity they would cherish for a lifetime. With the wind in their hair and the sun on their faces, they were living the dream of every young aviation enthusiast. This photograph captures a moment of triumph, inspiration, and the pure joy of learning. It serves as a reminder of the transformative power of scouting, and the endless possibilities that await those who dare to dream and reach for the skies. (C)The Scout Association / Mary Evans From Mary Evans Prints Online. No commercial use without permission.
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