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CHRISTOPHER LATHAM SHOLES (1819-1890). American inventor

GLENN HAMMOND CURTISS (1878-1930). American inventor and aviator. With Jacques de Lesseps and Hubert Latham. Photograph, 1910

Airship Propeller
19th October 1909: The propeller on Lathams aeroplane in motion, seen during Flying Week in Blackpool. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Antoinette XIII
1st September 1909: Lathams Antoinette Mark XIII in flight in September 1909 during the unsuccessful cross Channel attempt. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Hubert Lathams Antoinette IV - Painting by Andrew McGeachy
The Antoinette IV - an early French monoplane, a high-wing aircraft with a fuselage of extremely narrow triangular cross-section and a triangular tail

Hubert Latham flying an Antoinette monoplane

Hubert Latham

A group of early French pilots Rougier Farman Latham V
A group of early French pilots. Rougier, Farman, Latham, V. Bateson

Woman using typewriter by American inventor Christopher Latham Sholes (1819-1890). Forerunner of 20th century machine, keys had piano action

Samuel Latham Mitchill (1764-1831), American scientist, physician and politician. In 1795 he described the anaesthetic properties of nitrous oxide (Laughing Gas)

Dick Latham Of Iron Mountain, Wyo. Returning Home From The Plains With The Antelope He Has Slain, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Ptiloris magnificus, magnificent riflebird

SAMUEL LATHAM MITCHILL (1764-1831). American legislator and scientist. Wood engraving, 1891

Hubert Latham, early French aviation pioneer
Arthur Charles Hubert Latham, early French aviation pioneer with his aeroplane, Antoinette IV. He was one of the first aviation pioneers to attempt to cross the English channel

Aviation competition at Rheims, 1909, Farman, Latham & Paulh
Page from the Bystander reporting on the record flights made at Rheims Aviation Meeting in 1909. showing the winner, Henri Farman who flew 116 miles in 3 hours, 4 minutes

Hubert Latham at Rheims, 1909 - the Bird Man in Full Flight
Hubert Latham, pioneering French aviator seen in his bird like Antoinette monoplane at Reims in 1909. Latham recorded the second longest flight at the event, Henri Farman the longest. Date: 1909

Latham / Antoinette
The Antoinette monoplane, designed by Levavasseur, in which English aviator Hubert Latham twice tries to fly the English Channel, being forced to ditch on both occasions. Date: July 1909

Latham Monoplane
Though he failed to fly the Channel, Hubert Latham scored many important successes : he is depicted here at Mourmelon- le-Grand in his Antoinette Date: June 1909

Cricketer, Latham
P.H. Latham Cricketer - Worcestershire

LATHAMs ANTOINETTE
Levavasseurs elegant but efficient Antoinette series - this is Antoinette VII - are flown notably by Hubert Latham, who twice tries to cross the Channel in one

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"Latham: A Legacy of Aviation and Love" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Hubert Latham soared through the skies as an esteemed aviator. Known for his daring attempts and relentless spirit, Latham captivated audiences with his Antoinette monoplane. In Blackpool 1909, he left spectators in awe as he showcased his remarkable skills. But Latham's story goes beyond aviation. In 1933, Sir Paul Latham and Lady Patricia Moore announced their engagement, marking a union that would transcend time. Their love mirrored Hubert's passion for flight – both soaring high above any obstacles they faced. However, it was Hubert's historic attempt on July 19th, 1909 that truly etched his name into history books. Determined to conquer the English Channel in an Antoinette monoplane, he embarked on a journey filled with uncertainty and bravery. Though unsuccessful in this particular endeavor, Latham became a symbol of courage and determination for generations to come. As we delve deeper into the world of Latham, we encounter more than just aviation milestones. The Red-legged seriema or crested cariama (Cariama cristata) captures our attention – a magnificent bird whose elegance mirrors the grace with which Hubert navigated the skies. Caudebec en Caux stands proud as it pays tribute to the Heroes '47 – individuals who have carried forward Hubert's legacy by embracing adventure and pushing boundaries. Through these glimpses into history captured within DDE-90026323, DDE-90026322, DDE-90026321, and DDE-90026320 photographs; we are reminded of how one man's pursuit can inspire countless others across different realms - be it aviation or matters of the heart. Latham remains an emblematic figure whose name resonates with innovation and love alike - forever immortalized in the annals of history.