A. Mozhayskiy, Russian aviation pioneer

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A. Mozhayskiy, Russian aviation pioneer

Alexander Fedorovich Mozhayskiy (1825-1890), Russian aviation pioneer and naval officer. Mozhayskiy pioneered heavier-then-air flight in the 1880s, managing to achieve a power-assisted take-off and flight of around 30 metres, in a monoplane design. This flight took place in Krasnoye Selo, on the outskirts of St Petersburg, Russia. It is thought that Mozhayskiys design, which involved a ramp and gliding, would not have been viable. However, the Soviets later claimed his flight as the first powered flight, ahead of the Wright brothers in 1904. This artwork dates from 1880

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1880 1880s Aviation Aviation Pioneer Fifties Flight Glider Inventor Portraits Propaganda Russia Russian Surname M Exaggeration Fedorovich Mono Chrome Naval Officer

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This print captures the remarkable figure of A. Mozhayskiy, a Russian aviation pioneer and naval officer who left an indelible mark on the history of flight. Born in 1825, Mozhayskiy's groundbreaking achievements in the 1880s propelled him into the annals of aviation history. In this monochrome artwork dating back to 1880, we witness Mozhayskiy's daring power-assisted take-off and flight, covering approximately 30 meters in his innovative monoplane design. This historic event unfolded at Krasnoye Selo, just outside St Petersburg, Russia. While some skeptics believed that Mozhayskiy's ramp and gliding approach lacked viability for sustained flight, it is intriguing to note that later Soviet claims hailed his feat as the first powered flight—predating even the renowned Wright brothers' accomplishments in 1904. The illustration showcases not only Mozhayskiy himself but also provides a glimpse into late-19th-century European artistry. The attention to detail brings out his determined expression and highlights his significant contribution to human progress. As we delve into this piece of historical propaganda from Science Photo Library, let us marvel at how one man's vision defied conventional wisdom and paved the way for future advancements in aviation technology. Alexander Fedorovich Mozhayskiy will forever be remembered as a visionary whose pioneering spirit soared above limitations and inspired generations to reach new heights in human achievement.

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