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Wright Brothers, aviation pioneers, in France
The Wright Brothers (Orville and Wilbur), American aviation pioneers, in France on 21 January 1909. They were giving various flight demonstrations to set new records for altitude and duration.
1909
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Media ID 23215936
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans
Altitude Brothers Duration Orville Pioneer Pioneering Pioneers Record Records Wilbur Wright January
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience aviation history with our stunning mounted photo from The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image captures the Wright Brothers, American pioneers of flight, during their groundbreaking demonstrations in France on 21 January 1909. Witness the excitement and innovation as they set new records for altitude and duration, forever changing the course of aviation history. Bring this piece of aviation heritage into your home or office and relive the thrill of the Wright Brothers' achievements. Order now and make this mounted photo a conversation starter in your space.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 14.4cm (8" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment of historical significance as the Wright Brothers, Orville (left) and Wilbur (right), stand proudly before their aircraft in Le Mans, France on January 21, 1909. The American aviation pioneers had traveled to Europe to showcase their groundbreaking invention – the world's first successful powered airplane – and set new records for altitude and duration. Dressed in their flying gear, the brothers exude a sense of determination and accomplishment. Their innovative Flyer III aircraft, a three-axis controlled machine with a wing span of 12.3 meters, is visible in the background, ready for another demonstration. The Wright Brothers had already achieved the first controlled, sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft on December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. However, their European journey marked a new chapter in aviation history, as they continued to push the boundaries of what was thought possible in flight. The 1900s were a time of rapid technological advancements, and the Wright Brothers' pioneering work in aviation forever changed the way we transported ourselves through the skies. Their achievements paved the way for the development of commercial air travel and military aviation, making them true pioneers in the field of air transportation. This photograph is a testament to their unwavering dedication and their transformative impact on the world.
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