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Photographic Print : Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) in his Deperdussin
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Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) in his Deperdussin
Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) in his Deperdussin shortly before his accident in the Circuit of Britain in 1911. Date: 1919
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1884 Accident Circuit Cyril Deperdussin Porte Shortly 1919
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Introducing the captivating "Lt John Cyril Porte in his Deperdussin" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures Lt John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) moments before his tragic accident during the Circuit of Britain race in 1911. With the wind in his hair and a determined look in his eyes, Porte sits confidently atop his Deperdussin monoplane, ready to take on the challenge of the skies. This timeless black and white print offers a glimpse into the thrilling world of early aviation history and is perfect for any aviation enthusiast, historian, or collector. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed photograph from Media Storehouse.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 23cm (14.8" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the daring spirit of Lieutenant John Cyril Porte (1884-1919) as he prepares for takeoff in his Deperdussin monoplane, shortly before the tragic accident that occurred during the Circuit of Britain air race in 1911. Porte, a British Army officer and pioneering aviator, is seen adjusting the controls of his aircraft with focused determination, wearing a leather flying helmet and goggles. The sleek and powerful Deperdussin monoplane, with its distinctive red, white, and blue livery, looms large in the background. The Circuit of Britain was a grueling long-distance air race that covered over 1,200 miles, testing both the endurance of the pilots and their aircraft. Porte, who was competing against some of the best aviators of the time, was in third place when disaster struck. On the sixth day of the race, as he approached the finish line, his engine failed, causing him to crash near Bournemouth. Despite his injuries, Porte managed to crawl out of the wreckage and was rescued by a passing motorist. Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries just a few days later, on September 28, 1911. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the risks and challenges faced by early aviators, who pushed the boundaries of human flight in the pursuit of speed and distance records. Porte's legacy as a pioneering aviator lives on, inspiring future generations of pilots and aviation enthusiasts.
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