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The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambas?
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The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambas?
The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB, Sir Francis Bacon, of BEA at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Hatfield on 14 June
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1953 Airspeed Ambassador Ashanti Bacon Chief Francis Hatfield Paramount Aeronautics
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In this photograph, the Paramount Chief of the Ashanti, a traditional ruler from present-day Ghana, is seen bidding farewell to Sir Francis Bacon, the pilot of the Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB, at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party held at Hatfield on 14 June. The event brought together aviation enthusiasts, industry professionals, and dignitaries to celebrate the latest advancements in the realm of flight. The Paramount Chief, dressed in his regal attire, is shown extending a warm handshake to Sir Francis Bacon, who stands proudly next to the sleek and elegant Airspeed Ambassador. The Airspeed Ambassador, a British-built twin-engine transport aircraft, was a popular choice for both civilian and military applications during the 1950s. Its versatility and reliability made it a favorite among various organizations, including the British European Airways (BEA), of which Sir Francis Bacon was a part. The photograph captures a moment of mutual respect and admiration between the traditional leader and the modern aviator. The Paramount Chief's interest in aviation and his interaction with Sir Francis Bacon at the Garden Party underscores the global reach and appeal of the burgeoning aviation industry during this period. This image serves as a testament to the fusion of tradition and innovation, as well as the growing connections between different parts of the world in the mid-20th century.
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