13828114

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13828114

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
The image is a vintage advertisement for the Fairchild Aircraft Division, promoting the versatility of their C-119 aircraft for strategic airlift operations. The top portion of the ad features a black and white photograph of a C-119 airplane in flight with its rear cargo doors open, showcasing its ability to air-drop supplies or equipment. Below the photo is bold text that reads "VERSATILITY FOR Strategic Airlift, " emphasizing the key selling point. The body copy explains that strategic airlift requires "around-the-clock" movement of critical cargo and personnel over long distances under any weather conditions, highlighting that rapid reaction and unfailing reliability are essential for such operations. It touts the Fairchild C-119 as being designed specifically to meet these demands by offering capabilities like handling large payload missions up to 2000 miles, its large fuselage enabling it to carry bulky items with ease. On the bottom right corner is an emblem featuring an eagle with outstretched wings above two globes, symbolizing global reach and airpower capability—this represents both Engine and Airplane Company along with FAIRCHILD Aircraft Division branding elements. Overall, this advertisement from what appears to be mid-20th century aims at positioning Fairchild's C-119 as a reliable workhorse capable of fulfilling diverse military transport needs during that era.

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