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Prince Michael of Kent arrives at the Post Office Tower
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Prince Michael of Kent arrives at the Post Office Tower
Prince Michael of Kent arrives at the Post Office Tower, his time ruined by an airport delay in New York, It wasn t the Princes day, he also tore his trousers, had a collision on a motor-cycle, and went the wrong way up a one way street, pictured Sunday 11th May 1969.
Prince Michael of Kent had been taking part in the Daily Mail Trans-Atlantic Air Race between London (Post Office Tower) and New York City (Empire State Building), a race of individual runners, with the key element being the use of some form of air transport
Arthur Sidey
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Air Race Daily Mail Large Group Of People Race Racing Running Scene 1969 Trans Atlantic
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This print captures the eventful arrival of Prince Michael of Kent at the iconic Post Office Tower on Sunday, 11th May 1969. Despite his unfortunate airport delay in New York, it was clear that this day was not going as planned for the Prince. As if to add insult to injury, he also managed to tear his trousers and had a collision on a motor-cycle before going the wrong way up a one-way street. The picture showcases a large crowd gathered around the scene, eagerly witnessing this unexpected turn of events. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and curiosity as people try to catch a glimpse of royalty amidst all the chaos. Prince Michael had been participating in the prestigious Daily Mail Trans-Atlantic Air Race between London's Post Office Tower and New York City's Empire State Building. This unique race involved individual runners utilizing some form of air transport. It was an exhilarating display of aviation prowess combined with athletic skill. Arthur Sidey masterfully captured this moment from Memory Lane Prints, immortalizing both the triumphs and tribulations experienced by Prince Michael during this extraordinary race across continents. This photograph serves as a reminder that even members of royal families are not immune to life's unexpected challenges and setbacks.
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