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Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber
Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber. It was a carrier-borne machine with wheels in place of floats, first flown in June 1917. The first deliveries were made in August 1918 to the Torpedo Aeroplane School in Scotland, and in October 1918 to No. 210 Squadron RAF aboard HMS Argus. Seen here is serial no. N6950, dropping an 18 inch Mk IX torpedo. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Biplane Carrier Cuckoo Dropping Seat Serial Sopwith Torpedo Wheels Bomber
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This photograph showcases a Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber in action during the First World War. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo, a carrier-borne machine with wheels instead of floats, made its first flight in June 1917. By August 1918, the first deliveries of this innovative aircraft were made to the Torpedo Aeroplane School in Scotland, and later that year, to No. 210 Squadron RAF aboard HMS Argus. In this image, we see serial number N6950 skillfully releasing an 18 inch Mk IX torpedo. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo was a significant development during the war, as it provided the Royal Navy with a much-needed carrier-borne torpedo bomber capable of striking enemy targets from the sea. The biplane design, with its distinctive shape and robust construction, was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the aviation industry during this period. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo's impact on the war effort was substantial, and its legacy continues to be celebrated in the annals of aviation history. This evocative photograph transports us back to a time of great change and innovation, as the world adjusted to the realities of modern warfare. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of military aviation, and its enduring legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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