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Peter Masefield, RAeS President and Dr Archie Ballantyne
Peter Masefield, RAeS President and Dr Archie Ballantyne, RAeS Secretary, receive Sir Sydney and Lady Camm at the 94th Anniversary Luncheon on 12 January 1960
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94th Anniversary Archie Ballantyne Camm Luncheon Masefield Peter Raes Receive Secretary Sydney
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In this striking photograph from the archives, Peter Masefield, President of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), and Dr Archie Ballantyne, RAeS Secretary, warmly welcome Sir Sydney Camm and Lady Camm to the 94th Anniversary Luncheon held on 12 January 1960. The event took place in the grand surroundings of a London venue, and the atmosphere is filled with excitement and anticipation as the distinguished guests arrive. Sir Sydney Camm, a renowned British aeronautical engineer, was a leading figure in the aviation industry, having designed many successful aircraft for companies such as Hawker Aircraft and Hawker Siddeley. His designs included the famous Hawker Hurricane and Hawker Sea Fury fighter planes, which played crucial roles in the Second World War. Peter Masefield and Dr Archie Ballantyne, both esteemed members of the RAeS, are seen here in their formal attire, proudly receiving Sir Sydney and Lady Camm with warm smiles and open arms. The men's suits and ties, along with the elegant dresses of the ladies, add to the formal and sophisticated ambiance of the occasion. The image captures a moment in time when the world of aviation was at the forefront of innovation and progress. The presence of Sir Sydney Camm, a pioneering figure in the field, highlights the importance of the RAeS in promoting aeronautical knowledge and advancing the science of flight. This photograph is a testament to the enduring passion and dedication of those who have shaped the history of aviation.
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