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London-Manchester Air Race: Mr Jack Alcock and his Maurice Farman biplane, 1914 (1934). Artist: Flight Photo
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London-Manchester Air Race: Mr Jack Alcock and his Maurice Farman biplane, 1914 (1934). Artist: Flight Photo
London-Manchester Air Race: Mr Jack Alcock and his Maurice Farman biplane, 1914 (1934). The first all-British aeroplane to finish a long-distance race. John William Alcock (1892-1919) was a captain in the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force who piloted the first non-stop transatlantic flight from St John s, Newfoundland, Canada to Clifden, Connemara, Ireland, in 1919, with Arthur Whitten Brown as navigator. Alcock participated in the 1914 Hendon to Manchester and return air race, flying a Farman biplane. From History of British Aviation 1908-1914, Volume II, by R. Dallas Brett [The Aviation Book Club, London, 1934]
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This print captures a significant moment in aviation history - the London-Manchester Air Race of 1914. The focal point of the image is Mr Jack Alcock, a pioneering aviator, standing proudly next to his Maurice Farman biplane. Dressed in his British pilot attire, complete with cap and coat, Alcock exudes confidence and determination. The race marked an important milestone as it was the first time an all-British aeroplane successfully completed a long-distance race. This achievement showcased the remarkable progress made by British aviation during this era. Mr Jack Alcock himself went on to achieve even greater feats in aviation. In 1919, he piloted the first non-stop transatlantic flight from Newfoundland, Canada to Ireland alongside navigator Arthur Whitten Brown. This groundbreaking journey solidified their place in history as true pioneers of air travel. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this portrait, emphasizing its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of the bravery and ingenuity displayed by early aviators like Sir John Alcock. This print is not just an artistic representation but also a testament to human ambition and innovation that forever changed our relationship with transportation and opened up new possibilities for exploration and connection across vast distances.
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