Cecil Grace

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Cecil Grace

Cecil Stanley Grace (1880 - 1910), pioneer aviator who went missing on a flight return trip in the English Channel, to win Baron de Forest's price of £4, 000. Date: 1910

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Aviator Cecil Channel Grace Journey Pioneer Return Stanley Trip

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the fearless pioneer aviator Cecil Stanley Grace, who made history with his daring flight across and recross of the English Channel in 1910. Cecil Grace's ambitious journey was not only a test of skill and courage but also a bid to win Baron de Forest's lucrative prize of £4,000. In this image, we see Grace standing proudly next to his aircraft, ready to embark on his return trip across the treacherous waters of the English Channel. His steely gaze and confident posture speak volumes about his determination and passion for aviation. Tragically, Cecil Grace went missing during his return flight over the channel, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and innovation in the field of aviation. His disappearance remains a mystery to this day, adding an air of intrigue to this already compelling story. As we look at this photograph, we are reminded of the risks that early aviators like Cecil Grace took in their quest for greatness. Their pioneering spirit paved the way for modern aviation technology and inspired generations of pilots to reach for new heights. Cecil Stanley Grace may be gone, but his legacy lives on in this powerful image that captures a moment frozen in time.

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