Guynemer Collection

WW1 - Georges Guynemer in his SPAD
Georges Guynemer (1894-1917) - popular hero and an airman of distinction, Guynemer won many medals in his prolific career. Photograph published in September 1917

GUYNEMER/HEROS DE FRANCE
France mourns the death of her greatest aviator, Georges-Marie Guynemer Date: 1917

Tank Memorial with Guynemer Memorial behind, Poelkapelle Date: 2016

GUYNEMER IN HIS NIEUPORT
GEORGES GUYNEMER Both popular hero and an airman of distinction, Guynemer won many medals in his prolific career Date: 1916

Georges Guynemer, French fighter ace, 9 September 1917. Guynemer (1894-1917) became the first French ace to attain 50 victories, a mark he reached at the end of July 1917

Lieutenant Georges Guynemer meeting French generals, 19 February 1917. Generals Foch, Gerard, Guillaumat, and Lyautey inspecting one of the aircraft of Guynemers squadron, Groupe de Chasse No 12

Georges Guynemer, French fighter ace, c1916. Guynemer (1894-1917) became the first French ace to attain 50 victories, a mark he reached at the end of July 1917

Lieutenant Georges Guynemer and Captain Felix Brocard, French fighter pilots, 5 February 1916. Photograph taken on the day of Guynemers (left) 5th victory

Broadsheet showing Georges-Marie Guynemer, French air fighter ace
Georges-Marie Guynemer (1895-1917) French air fighter ace shot down 8 times. Died in combat 1917. Credited with 53 air victories. Broadsheet showing dog fights with German biplane and Fokkers

Georges Guynemer, 1894 - 1917. French fighter ace during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Guynemer memorial, Poelcapelle, Belgium
Village square, Poelcapelle, Belgium, with the memorial to the French fighter pilot Georges Guynemer who was lost in 1917. Date: circa 1920s

WW1 - Guynemer with proud relatives at his home in Compiegne
WW1 - Georges Marie Ludovic Jules Guynemer (1894 - 1917), a top fighter ace, Lieutenant, Captain and Commander of the Storks Squadron for France during World War I

WW1 - Guynemer gets his Captains stripes, 3rd March 1917
WW1 - Georges Marie Ludovic Jules Guynemer (1894 -1917) was a top air fighter for France during World War I. He became an ace by his fifth victory in February 1916

WW1 - Guynemer goes into action, June 1917
WW1 - Georges Marie Ludovic Jules Guynemer (1894 - 1917) was a top fighter ace for France during World War I, and promoted to Lieutenant. He was a French national hero at the time of his death

WW1 - Guynemer with flag of first air group, Longvic, Dijon
WW1 - Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917) was a top fighter ace for France during World War I, and a French national hero at the time of his death

WW1 - Lieu Guynemer and Capitaine Brocard after 5th Victory
WW1 - Lieutenant Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917) and Capitaine Felix Antonin Brocard commander of Escadrille N.3 (Storks)

Guynemer and d Esperey with SPAD VII
Georges Marie Ludovick Jules Guynemer (1894-1917), French pilot and fighter ace (right), briefing General Louis Franchet d Esperey (1856-1942) on the SPAD VIIs Hispano-Suiza engine in June 1917

Guynemer - Le retour de l AS. On reverse - GUYNEMER AU PANTHɏ N - Jour de la Toussaint - 1917. Further information follows heading. Maurice Busset (1879-1936)

Les Grands As : Fonck - Guynemer - Madon - Nungesser - Heurtaux. On reverse - BLASONS ET COSTUMES DES CHEVALIERS Aɒ IENS - giving further information in French. Maurice Busset (1879-1936)

Souvenir ashtray - L As des As with an embossed image of a French bi-plane and the French Ace Georges Guynemer. Commemorative Ware

Tatler front cover featuring Captain Guynemer, 1917
Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894 - 1917), French military aviator, credited with the destruction of 53 enemy planes, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler

Mme Villiers De LA Noue
MADAME VILLIERS DE LA NOUE, (right), sister of the famous aviator GEORGE-MARIE GUYNEMER, standing on a snowy pavement with a female companion while two men sort out her car boot! Date: 1930s

Lieutenant Guynemer, French military aviator, in flight
Lieutenant Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917), famous French military aviator, who was killed in action during the First World War. Seen here in full flight. Date: 1915-1917

Lieutenant Guynemer, French military aviator, WW1
Lieutenant Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917), famous French military aviator, who was killed in action during the First World War. Seen here in uniform, standing at the side of his aeroplane

Georges Guynemer, portrait. First World War Ace, 54 Kills, Born 24th December 1894, had his first victory on the 19th July 1915. He was shot down 7 times

Guynemer in his Nieuport
GEORGES GUYNEMER Both popular hero and an airman of distinction, Guynemer won many medals in his prolific career

French Warplanes at Base
French SPAD fighters on the ground at an airfield; these are probably the finest aircraft of the war, flown successfully by such pilots as Guynemer

Guynemer / Farre 1917
Georges-Marie Guynemer, French military aviator, credited with the destruction of 53 enemy planes

WW1 / 1917 / AIR / GUYNEMER
Guynemer downs two Germans in one minute and two more later in the day

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"Georges Guynemer: The Heroic French Fighter Ace of World War 1" Step back in time to the era of World War 1, where Lieutenant Georges Guynemer soared through the skies in his SPAD, fearlessly defending France. Known as a true hero of his nation, Guynemer's legacy lives on. With "GUYNEMER/HEROS DE FRANCE" emblazoned proudly across his aircraft, he became a symbol of bravery and patriotism. His remarkable skills were showcased in captivating photographs - from the intense moments captured during combat to peaceful encounters with French generals. In one snapshot, we see him standing next to a Tank Memorial with the poignant Guynemer Memorial behind it in Poelkapelle. This serves as a reminder of his unwavering dedication and sacrifice for his country. Another image portrays him confidently posing beside his Nieuport plane, ready for another daring mission, and is here that we witness the essence of this extraordinary fighter ace who made history with every flight. On September 9th, 1917, Georges Guynemer etched himself into legend as he achieved yet another victory against enemy forces. His name echoed throughout France and beyond; he was celebrated not only by fellow pilots but also by proud relatives at home in Compiegne. The significance of this exceptional aviator is further highlighted when we glimpse Lieutenant Georges Guynemer receiving his Captain stripes on March 3rd, 1917. This promotion solidified his status as an esteemed leader within the ranks. A broadsheet featuring Georges-Marie Guynemer circulated widely during those turbulent times – showcasing him as an air fighter ace whose courage knew no bounds. He inspired countless others to join the fight for freedom and justice. Today, visitors can pay homage at the solemn Guynemer memorial in Poelcapelle, Belgium – a testament to this gallant warrior who fought valiantly until his untimely disappearance.