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The American-born Samuel Franklin Cody was the first person to complete the first
The American-born Samuel Franklin Cody was the first person to complete the first officially recognised flight in Great Britain on 16 October 1908 at Farnborough in Hampshire. This picture was taken a year later 1909 on the day he flew at Doncaster racecourse at an air display which had attracted 100, 000 he crashed, but was unharmed. His luck ran out on 7 August 1913 when he was killed in an accident on Laffans Plain, Farnborough
Samuel F Cody in flight
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1900s 1909 Aviator Flying Innovator Pilot
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Capturing the Pioneering Spirit - Samuel F. Cody, Aviation's Fearless Innovator
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. This print takes us back to a defining moment in aviation history. In 1909, at Doncaster racecourse, an air display of unprecedented scale unfolded before the eyes of over 100,000 spectators. Amongst them was the American-born Samuel Franklin Cody, a true pioneer in flight. With his unwavering determination and unyielding passion for conquering the skies, Cody had already etched his name in history as the first person to complete an officially recognized flight in Great Britain just a year prior. This photograph freezes him mid-flight on that fateful day at Doncaster racecourse – a testament to his audacity and courage. As he soared through the clouds aboard his aeroplane, Cody embodied the spirit of adventure that defined early aviation. His groundbreaking achievements paved the way for future aviators and transformed dreams of flight into tangible reality. However, fate would not always be kind to this daring pilot. Tragically, on August 7th, 1913, Samuel F. Cody met with an untimely demise during an accident at Laffans Plain in Farnborough – marking both an end to his remarkable journey and leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations of pilots worldwide. This evocative image encapsulates not only Cody's indomitable spirit but also serves as a reminder of how one man's relentless pursuit can shape
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