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WW1 - Thessaloniki, Greece - French Farman Aircraft Squadron
French Farman Aircraft Squadron at Thessaloniki, Greece (do look at: 10818253, which shows these aircraft being delivered, in crates!) - provided air support for the Macedonian and Dardenelles campaigns. Date: circa 1916
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This evocative photograph captures the French Farman Aircraft Squadron at their airfield in Thessaloniki, Greece, during the First World War, circa 1916. The French Farman Aircraft Squadron played a crucial role in providing air support for the Macedonian and Dardenelles campaigns. In this image, we see several biplanes, likely Farman MF.11 Shorthorns or Farman MF.11 C.1s, standing ready for action. The tents and makeshift structures in the background suggest a temporary encampment, reflecting the mobile nature of the military aviation units during this period. The Mediterranean Sea can be seen in the distance, with the vibrant blue water providing a stark contrast to the earthy tones of the camp. The French Farman Aircraft Squadron's aircraft were delivered to the region in crates, as shown in another photograph (10818253), and were quickly assembled and put into service. The importance of air power during the First World War was increasingly recognized, and the French Farman Aircraft Squadron's contributions in Thessaloniki were instrumental in securing Allied victories in the Macedonian and Dardenelles campaigns. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of military aviation during the First World War and the vital role it played in shaping the outcome of the conflict.
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