Photo Mug : WW1 - Primitive Royal Air Force Bombers and Hangars
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WW1 - Primitive Royal Air Force Bombers and Hangars
WW1 - Primitive Royal Air Force Bombers and their targets - the Zeppelin Sheds in Dusseldorf. The picture shows 1) The Zeppelin shed at Bickendorf, 2) The Zeppelin shed at Dusseldorf, 3) An air-bomb, 4) The method of dropping bombs from aeroplanes, and 5) Flight-Lieutenant Collet who managed to drop three bombs on the Dusselsorf shed. Date: 1914
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Basic Biplane Bomb Bombers Collet Cologne Dangerous Daring Dropping Dusseldorf Hangar Hangars Lieutenant Primitive Raid Shed Sheds Zeppelin Bomber
Photo Mug
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring an iconic image from the past. This mug showcases a captivating photograph of WW1-era Royal Air Force bombers and their targets. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time with a glimpse of primitive RAF bombers and their ominous targets: the Zeppelin sheds in Dusseldorf. This historical mug design includes three distinct elements: the first Zeppelin shed at Bickendorf, the second Zeppelin shed at Dusseldorf, and an air-bomb. Embrace the rich history of aviation with every sip from this unique Photo Mug.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the early days of aerial warfare during World War I, with a focus on the Primitive Royal Air Force's (RAF) daring bombing raids against German Zeppelin sheds. The image showcases two Zeppelin sheds at Dusseldorf and Bickendorf, their massive structures looming ominously against the backdrop of the sky. In the foreground, an air-bomb is displayed, its menacing weight and crude design a stark contrast to the advanced engineering of the German airships. The method of dropping bombs from aeroplanes is depicted in the photograph, with a biplane preparing to release its payload. The pilot, Flight-Lieutenant Collet, is shown in the cockpit, his determined expression and focused gaze reflecting the dangerous nature of his mission. Collet's successful raid on the Dusseldorf shed, in which he managed to drop three bombs, is a testament to the ingenuity and bravery of the early RAF. The photograph, dated 1914, offers a glimpse into the rudimentary technology and the high-stakes nature of aerial warfare during this period. The biplanes, with their basic design and open cockpits, were a far cry from the sophisticated aircraft we know today. Yet, they represented a significant step forward in military strategy and technology, paving the way for the more advanced air forces of the future.
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