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United States Army - Signal Corps Dirigible No. 1
United States Army - Signal Corps Dirigible No.1, designed and built by Thomas Scott Baldwin, for the US Army Signal Corps. Date: 1908
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Media ID 21131123
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Baldwin Corps Dirigible Scott Signal Designed
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the United States Army - Signal Corps Dirigible No. 1. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, brings to life the historical moment when innovation and military prowess collided. Designed and built by Thomas Scott Baldwin in 1908, this airship marked a significant milestone in the early days of aviation for the US Army Signal Corps. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office décor with this beautiful, museum-quality framed print. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it's a must-have for history buffs, aviation enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of the past.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This historic photograph captures the United States Army Signal Corps' Dirigible No. 1, designed and built by Thomas Scott Baldwin, in the year 1908. The image showcases the innovative spirit of the early days of aviation, as the US military embraced the potential of lighter-than-air craft for transportation and reconnaissance purposes. Baldwin, an American engineer and aeronautical pioneer, is credited with designing and constructing this groundbreaking airship. The Dirigible No. 1, also known as the "Baldwin-Latham-Hamilton Moby Dick," was the first military airship in the United States. It measured approximately 48 meters in length and had a capacity to carry six passengers and a crew of five. The airship was filled with hydrogen gas, which provided lift, and was powered by two 12-cylinder engines. The United States Army Signal Corps, which was responsible for communication and intelligence during military operations, recognized the potential of airships for reconnaissance missions. The Corps saw the value in using these vehicles to gather intelligence from above the battlefield, providing a unique vantage point for strategic planning and tactical advantage. This photograph offers a glimpse into the early days of military aviation, a time when the possibilities seemed limitless, and the potential applications for airships were just beginning to be explored. The United States Army Signal Corps' Dirigible No. 1 marked a significant milestone in the history of aviation, paving the way for further advancements in military airship technology.
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