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A popular new sport, the glider, by G. H. Davis
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A popular new sport, the glider, by G. H. Davis
The coming vogue of the glider. A popular German sport -- motorless flight -- about to start in England. Flying for men of moderate means: the motorless aeroplane -- catapult launching, soaring on up-currents, and a suggested gliding area. Date: 1929
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Aerodynamics Area Catapult Current Currents Davis Glider Gliding Inexpensive Launching Means Moderate Soaring 1929
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This photograph, titled "The coming vogue of the glider: A popular German sport -- motorless flight -- about to start in England," was taken by renowned photographer G.H. Davis in 1929. The image showcases the excitement and innovation of a new and accessible form of aviation: the glider. At a time when air travel was still a luxury reserved for the wealthy, the glider offered an inexpensive alternative for men of moderate means. The glider, a motorless aeroplane, is seen being launched using a catapult, an efficient and cost-effective method for getting airborne. Once aloft, the glider harnesses the power of up-currents, allowing it to soar through the air without the need for an engine. The suggested gliding area in the background, with its open fields and rolling hills, underscores the freedom and adventure that this new sport promised. The glider, with its sleek design and focus on aerodynamics, represented the latest advancements in aviation technology. Its popularity in Germany had already taken off, and the photograph suggests that it was on the verge of becoming a sensation in England and Britain as well. The 1920s, a decade known for its spirit of innovation and experimentation, was the perfect time for this new sport to take flight. This photograph, taken from the ILN (Illustrated London News) archive, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of aviation and the emergence of a new and accessible form of transport. The image captures the excitement and promise of motorless flight, and serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and spirit of innovation that characterized the 1920s.
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