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RFC pilot with plane, London Colney, Hertfordshire, WW1
RFC pilot of 74 Squadron, Ellis Cobbold, with plane, London Colney, Hertfordshire, August 1917. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14415145
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Auerbach Cobbold Corps Ellis Harold Pilot Squadron
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive RFC pilot greeting card from Media Storehouse. Featuring an authentic image of Ellis Cobbold, a pilot from 74 Squadron, posing with his plane in London Colney, Hertfordshire, during August 1917. This evocative WW1-era card, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is the perfect way to add a touch of history to your correspondence. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone looking to send a unique and thoughtful message. Order now and let the past come alive in your mailbox.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and determination of Ellis Cobbold, a brave pilot of the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) 74 Squadron, as he prepares for a mission during World War I. The image was taken in August 1917 at London Colney in Hertfordshire, England, a significant site for the training of RFC pilots during the conflict. Cobbold wears the distinctive uniform of the RFC, complete with leather flying helmet, goggles, and a thick scarf to protect against the cold and high altitude. His intense gaze is fixed on the biplane behind him, a formidable machine of war that would have carried him into the skies to engage in aerial combat. The plane, with its wings spread wide and engine roaring, symbolizes the power and technology of the era. The 1910s was a pivotal decade in the history of aviation, with the first World War accelerating the development of military aircraft and the role of air power in warfare. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the men who flew these machines, risking their lives in the skies above the battlefields of Europe. Ellis Cobbold's story is one of many from the RFC's rich history, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a pilot during wartime. The image is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the ingenuity of the past, and serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the men and women who served in the military during the First World War.
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