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C W A Scott and Giles Guthrie are greeted
C.W.A Scott and Giles Guthrie are greeted after they arrived back at Croydon Airport after winning the Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg race. October 1936
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Airport Arrived Croydon Giles Greeted Guthrie Johannesburg Portsmouth Schlesinger Scott Winning 1936
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In this historic photograph, aviators C.W.A. Scott and Giles Guthrie are warmly greeted upon their triumphant return to Croydon Airport in October 1936. The intrepid duo had just successfully completed the arduous Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg air race, an epic transatlantic journey that pushed the limits of aviation technology and human endurance. The image captures the excitement and jubilation of the moment as the victorious pilots step off the tarmac, surrounded by a crowd of eager onlookers. Their faces are etched with relief and elation, reflecting the immense accomplishment they had achieved. In the background, a line of planes, planes, and aeroplanes can be seen, symbolizing the progress and innovation of the era's aviation industry. The Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg race was a grueling test of skill and determination, covering a distance of over 7,000 miles (11,265 kilometers) and lasting for several days. Scott and Guthrie's victory marked a significant milestone in the history of long-distance air travel, demonstrating the potential of aircraft to connect the world in new and unprecedented ways. This photograph is a testament to the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the early days of aviation. It serves as a reminder of the incredible achievements of pioneering pilots like Scott and Guthrie, who pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible and paved the way for the advancements in air travel that we enjoy today.
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