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Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber
Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber. It was a carrier-borne machine with wheels in place of floats, first flown in June 1917. The first deliveries were made in August 1918 to the Torpedo Aeroplane School in Scotland, and in October 1918 to No. 210 Squadron RAF aboard HMS Argus. Seen here is serial no. N6950, dropping an 18 inch Mk IX torpedo. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Media ID 14223817
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Biplane Carrier Cuckoo Dropping Seat Serial Sopwith Torpedo Wheels Bomber
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber framed print from Media Storehouse. This historic aviation piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic Sopwith T1 Cuckoo in all its glory. First flown in June 1917, this carrier-borne machine was a pioneering design, featuring wheels instead of the traditional floats used in seaplanes of the era. Add this stunning framed print to your collection and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office. The high-quality print is expertly framed, ensuring a beautiful and lasting display of this impressive aircraft.
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 photograph showcases a Sopwith T1 Cuckoo single-seat torpedo bomber in action during the First World War. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo, a carrier-borne machine with wheels instead of floats, made its first flight in June 1917. By August 1918, the first deliveries of this innovative aircraft were made to the Torpedo Aeroplane School in Scotland, and later that year, to No. 210 Squadron RAF aboard HMS Argus. In this image, we see serial number N6950 skillfully releasing an 18 inch Mk IX torpedo. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo was a significant development during the war, as it provided the Royal Navy with a much-needed carrier-borne torpedo bomber capable of striking enemy targets from the sea. The biplane design, with its distinctive shape and robust construction, was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the aviation industry during this period. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo's impact on the war effort was substantial, and its legacy continues to be celebrated in the annals of aviation history. This evocative photograph transports us back to a time of great change and innovation, as the world adjusted to the realities of modern warfare. The Sopwith T1 Cuckoo represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of military aviation, and its enduring legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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