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Fine Art Print : Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, Sopwith Cuckoo
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Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, Sopwith Cuckoo
Torpedo Dropping Instruction, Sopwith Cuckoo making a big splash. William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965) was a Scottish peer and record-breaking air pioneer who was later shown to have passed secret information to the Imperial Japanese military before the Second World War. In 1921, Sempill led an official military mission to Japan that showcased the latest British aircraft. In subsequent years he continued to aid the Imperial Japanese Navy in developing its Navy Air Service and began giving military secrets to the Japanese. Although his activities were uncovered by British Intelligence, Sempill was not prosecuted for spying and allowed to continue in public life.
circa 1921
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Media ID 19874490
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans Picture Library
1921 Advise Afraes Consultation Cuckoo Dropping Forbes Francis Instruction Latest Mission Peer Pioneer Sempill Showcase Showcased Sopwith Splash Torpedo 1922
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
"Take to the skies with our stunning Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring a historic moment in aviation history. 'Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, Sopwith Cuckoo' by The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans Picture Library captures the thrilling scene of a Sopwith Cuckoo torpedo bomber making a splash during its training exercises. This iconic image is now available as a high-quality print, perfect for any aviation enthusiast or historian looking to add a touch of nostalgia and drama to their space."
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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Take to the skies with Lord Sempill's historic mission to Japan! This print captures a moment from the Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan in 1921, where William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS, showcased the latest British aircraft to the Imperial Japanese Navy. The image depicts a Sopwith Cuckoo making a big splash as it demonstrates its torpedo-dropping capabilities. As an air pioneer and Scottish peer, Lord Sempill was instrumental in introducing modern aviation technology to Japan and played a significant role in developing their Navy Air Service. His contributions went beyond mere consultation, as he also shared sensitive military information with his Japanese counterparts. Although his activities were later revealed by British Intelligence, Lord Sempill escaped prosecution and continued to be involved in public life. This remarkable photograph is now part of The Royal Aeronautical Society's National Aerospace Library collection at Mary Evans Picture Library.
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