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Bleriot VIII bis at Issy-les-Moulineaux on 6 July 1908
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Bleriot VIII bis at Issy-les-Moulineaux on 6 July 1908
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This photograph captures the historic moment when Louis Blériot, a pioneering French aviator, taxied his Bleriot VIII bis aircraft for takeoff at Issy-les-Moulineaux on July 6, 1908. The Bleriot VIII bis, a single-seat monoplane, was a significant advancement in aviation technology, featuring a more streamlined design and improved engine performance. Blériot's successful crossing of the English Channel in this very aircraft just two months later marked a major milestone in aviation history, making him an international celebrity. In this image, Blériot is seen wearing a leather helmet and goggles, a standard part of an aviator's uniform at the time. The crowd of onlookers, including military personnel, gathered around the airfield, eagerly anticipating the takeoff. The Bleriot VIII bis is positioned on a makeshift wooden ramp, with a team of ground crew members assisting in the preparations. The plane's wings are spread wide, and the propeller is in motion, ready for lift-off. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding to the sense of excitement and anticipation. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of a pivotal moment in the history of aviation, as the world watched in awe as man took to the skies for the first time in a truly modern aircraft.
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