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C (Coastal) Class non-rigid airship
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C (Coastal) Class non-rigid airship
C (Coastal) Class non-rigid airship employed on coastal patrolling around Britains eastern and southern coastlines as a U-boat deterrent. Seen here is serial no. C 23, one of 26 used by the RNAS from September 1915. Date: circa 1915-1916
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Airship Coastlines Deterrent Patrol Patrolling Rigid Rnas Serial Southern
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This photograph captures the historic moment of Serial No. C 23, a Coastal Class non-rigid airship, soaring above the British coastline during World War I. Employed by the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) between 1915 and 1916, this airship was part of a fleet of 26 used for coastal patrolling around the eastern and southern coastlines of Britain. The primary objective of these airships was to act as a U-boat deterrent, providing an aerial surveillance and defense against the German submarines that threatened the safety of Allied shipping lanes. The Coastal Class non-rigid airships, also known as "C-Class," were a significant innovation in military aviation technology during the war. Unlike their rigid counterparts, these airships featured a flexible envelope that could be deflated for transport and re-inflated for flight. This design offered greater mobility and ease of deployment, making them an essential asset for the RNAS. As seen in this photograph, the crew members diligently work on the ground, preparing for the next mission. The airship's distinctive shape and the bustling activity around it serve as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the men and women who played a crucial role in the aviation history during the 1914-1918 conflict. This image offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the early days of military aviation and the vital role that airships played in the defense of Britain's coastlines during World War I.
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