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His Majestys Airship R34
His Majestys Airship R34. Built by by William Beardmore and Company in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland, R34 first flew on 14 March 1919 and later made the first East-West aerial crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. Success was short lived and R34 was damaged beyond repair in January 1921. Date: circa 1920
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Airship Atlantic Beardmore Crossing Damaged Flew Inchinnan Lived Majestys Renfrewshire Repair Success 1919 1921 January Made Short
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His Majesty's Airship R34: Pioneering the Skies of the Atlantic His Majesty's Airship R34, a marvel of engineering innovation, graces this photograph taken circa 1920. Designed and built by the esteemed William Beardmore and Company in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland, R34 was a groundbreaking achievement in aviation history. First taking to the skies on the 14th of March 1919, R34 was the first airship to successfully make an East-West aerial crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. This monumental feat marked a significant milestone in the development of long-distance air travel, paving the way for future advancements in aviation technology. However, the success of R34 was short-lived. In January 1921, the airship was damaged beyond repair during a storm in Nova Scotia, Canada, bringing an end to its remarkable journey. Despite its untimely demise, the legacy of His Majesty's Airship R34 lives on as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of its creators and the pioneering spirit of the early aviation era. This photograph captures the grandeur and majesty of R34 as it soared through the skies, leaving a lasting impression on the world and inspiring generations to come.
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