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First airmail letter delivered, Windsor Castle
The first airmail letter ever to be delivered is handed to the Postmaster of Windsor, to whom it is addressed, on the East Lawn of Windsor Castle. The aviator Gustav Hamel, who flew from Hendon to Windsor on the very first airmail flight, is standing bareheaded just behind the postman and his bicycle. The Mayor of Windsor, Sir Frederick Dyson, stands smiling in a top hat. The first aerial mail service took place on 9 September 1911 from Hendon Aerodrome to Windsor and back again, and Hamel was the first pilot to arrive. King George V gave permission for the aeroplanes to land in the grounds of Windsor Castle. During September 1911 the Grahame-White company operated an experimental air mail service for two weeks between Hendon and Windsor. As well commemorating the coronation of King George V, and raising money for charity, the event publicised the possibilities of the aeroplane as a means of transport
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Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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A Historical Moment in Aviation: The First Airmail Letter Delivered at Windsor Castle, 1911 This photograph commemorates the delivery of the first airmail letter in history, an event that took place on the East Lawn of Windsor Castle on September 9, 1911. In the image, the postmaster, dressed in formal attire, receives the letter from aviator Gustav Hamel, who had flown from Hendon Aerodrome to Windsor on the inaugural airmail flight. Hamel is seen standing bareheaded behind the postman, with his bicycle at the ready, while the Mayor of Windsor, Sir Frederick Dyson, smiles in a top hat. King George V granted permission for the aeroplanes to land in the castle grounds, marking an essential milestone in the development of air travel as a means of communication. The Grahame-White company operated an experimental airmail service between Hendon and Windsor for two weeks during September 1911, which also served to commemorate the coronation of King George V and raise funds for charity. The image captures the essence of a momentous occasion in history, as aviation technology began to revolutionize the way we communicate and travel. The postman, cyclist, and aviator, all dressed in their respective uniforms, stand against the backdrop of Windsor Castle, adding to the historical significance of the event. The straw hat of the Mayor and the bicycle of the postman further emphasize the era in which this photograph was taken. This photograph is an essential piece of history, showcasing the first steps towards the modern airmail service and the role it would play in shaping the future of transportation.
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