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Early aerial photograph and aviators
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Early aerial photograph and aviators
An early aerial photograph of Paris captured during Emile Dubonnet's (1883-1940) pioneering 65 mile flight from Juvisy to Orleans in 1910. The photographs below depict early aviators Louis Paulhan (1883-1963) and Claude Grahame-White (1879-1959). All were about to compete for a prize of £10, 000 in a London-to-Manchester flying race organised by the Daily Mail. Paulhan won. Date: circa 1910
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Aviators Claude Dubonnet Emile Grahame Pilot Pilots Pioneer Pioneering Pioneers Paulhan
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This early aerial photograph captures an historic moment in aviation history, as Emile Dubonnet prepares for his pioneering 65-mile flight from Juvisy to Orleans in Paris, France, in 1910. The image is surrounded by intriguing stories of bravery and competition, as Dubonnet and other early aviators Louis Paulhan and Claude Grahame-White gear up for the Daily Mail's London-to-Manchester flying race, offering a prize of £10,000. Emile Dubonnet, born in 1883, is seen in the foreground, standing next to his aircraft. Known for his innovative designs and daring flights, Dubonnet was a pioneer in the field of aviation. In the background, Louis Paulhan and Claude Grahame-White, both born in 1883 and 1879 respectively, are seen preparing their own aircraft for the race. Paulhan, a French aviator, would eventually emerge as the winner. The photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the early days of aviation, a time when pilots pushed the boundaries of what was possible in the air. The image captures the spirit of adventure and innovation that drove these pioneers to take to the skies, despite the risks involved. The photograph is a testament to their courage and determination, and serves as a reminder of the incredible advancements that have been made in aviation over the past century.
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