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Claude Grahame-White
Claude Grahame-White, English pioneer of aviation, in April 1910 Grahame-White attempted to win the Daily Mail newspaper prize of 10, 000, to fly across England from London to Manchester in 24 hours. Although Paulhan won the prize, Grahame-Whites achievement was widely praised. Date: April 1910
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In this historic photograph, English aviation pioneer Claude Grahame-White is seen preparing for his daring attempt to win the Daily Mail newspaper prize of 10,000 pounds for flying across England from London to Manchester within 24 hours. The image captures the intense focus and determination in Grahame-White's eyes as he adjusts the controls of his front-line Farman biplane, which is adorned with the Daily Mail logo on the side. The date is April 1910, and the cover of a newspaper can be seen in the background, hinting at the widespread media attention this event was generating. Although Grahame-White did not ultimately win the prize, which was eventually claimed by Louis Paulhan, his achievement was widely praised for its groundbreaking nature. This audacious flight represented a significant step forward in the development of aviation, demonstrating the growing potential of air travel as a viable means of transportation. The image serves as a testament to the courage and innovation of Grahame-White and other early aviators who pushed the boundaries of human flight and paved the way for the aviation industry as we know it today.
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