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Short-Bristow Crusader N226 being raised
Short-Bristow Crusader, N226, being raised following its crash on 11 September 1927 in Venice. Date: 1927
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Bristow Crash Crusader N226 Raised Venice 1927 Short
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1. Title: "Resurrected Wings: The Dramatic Rescue of Short-Bristow Crusader N226 in Venice, 1927" 2. Description: This photograph captures the moment of triumph as the damaged Short-Bristow Crusader N226 is carefully raised from the water following its unfortunate crash in the Venetian Lagoon on September 11, 1927. The vintage aircraft, with its distinctive short wings and powerful engine, lies submerged in the shallow water, surrounded by a flotilla of support vessels and a crowd of onlookers. The crane, anchored to the shore, slowly and meticulously hoists the plane from the water, its wings and tail barely clearing the surface. The determination and skill of the rescue team are evident in their focused expressions and the precision of their movements. The sun casts a golden glow over the scene, adding an ethereal quality to the moment. The successful rescue of the Short-Bristow Crusader N226 was a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of aviation engineers and pilots in the early days of flight. 3. Keywords: Short-Bristow Crusader, N226, plane crash, Venice, 1927, aeroplane, raised, rescue, crane, water, aviation, engineering, vintage, aircraft, wings, tail, sun, golden glow, ingenuity, resilience, skill. 4. Context: The Short-Bristow Crusader was a British amphibian aircraft designed for transport and reconnaissance roles. The Short Brothers and Harland Ltd. built the plane, which was powered by a Rolls-Royce Eagle VIII engine and had a maximum speed of 110 mph. The Short-Bristow Crusader N226 was on a flight from London to Tripoli when it experienced engine trouble and was forced to make an emergency landing in the Venetian Lagoon. Despite the challenging conditions, the plane was successfully raised and repaired, continuing its service in the aviation industry. This photograph is a rare and evocative reminder of the early days of aviation and the heroic efforts of those who made it possible.
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