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The Royal Aeronautical Society Advisory Committee
The Royal Aeronautical Society Advisory Committee to the Ministry of Production, appointed in 1941, on the terrace behind No.4 Hamilton Place. From left: Sir Arthur Gouge, Chief Desiner, Short Brothers, AVM Sir Ralph Sorley, CRD Ministry of Supply; Capt J.L. Pritchard, RAeS Secretary and Secretary of the Committee; T.P. Wright, USA, Guest of the Committee for one meeting; Sir Stafford Cripps, Minister of Supply; Sir A.H. Roy Fedden, Chairman; S. Camm, Chief Designer, Hawker Aircraft; R.K. Pierson, Chief Designer, Vickers; Dr L.A. Aitchison, Professor of Metallurgy, Birmingham University, and C.C. Walker, Chief Engineer, de Havilland Aircraft. Date: 1941
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1941 Advisory Appointed Arthur Behind Brothers Chief Committee Gouge Hamilton Ministry Terrace Short
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the striking and historically significant "The Royal Aeronautical Society Advisory Committee" poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a moment in time from 1941 when the esteemed committee, appointed by the Ministry of Production, gathered on the terrace of No. 4 Hamilton Place. This poster is an excellent addition to any aviation or history enthusiast's collection, providing a unique glimpse into the past. The high-quality print, taken by an unknown photographer, brings the history of aviation and the important role of the Royal Aeronautical Society to life. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your home or office space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.3cm (11.9" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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, taken in 1941, captures a pivotal moment in the history of British aviation as members of The Royal Aeronautical Society Advisory Committee convene on the terrace behind No.4 Hamilton Place. The committee, appointed by the Ministry of Production, brought together some of the most influential figures in the field to provide expert advice on aircraft design and production during World War II. From left to right, we see Sir Arthur Gouge, Chief Designer of Short Brothers, Sir Ralph Sorley, AVM and CRD of the Ministry of Supply, Captain J.L. Pritchard, RAeS Secretary and Committee Secretary, T.P. Wright, a guest from the USA, Sir Stafford Cripps, Minister of Supply, Sir A.H. Roy Fedden, Chairman of the Committee, S. Camm, Chief Designer of Hawker Aircraft, R.K. Pierson, Chief Designer of Vickers, Dr L.A. Aitchison, Professor of Metallurgy at Birmingham University, and C.C. Walker, Chief Engineer of de Havilland Aircraft. The men in this photograph were instrumental in shaping the future of British aviation during a time of great need. Their collective expertise and collaboration played a crucial role in the development and production of aircraft that would help secure Allied victory in the war. The terrace at No.4 Hamilton Place served as a symbolic backdrop for this impressive gathering of minds, united in their commitment to advancing the science and technology of flight.
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