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Transatlantic Flight
16th May 1919: The US Navy NC4 flying boat sets of on its first transatlantic flight. Alcock and Brown made first non stop crossing June 14-15 in 16 hours, and won the Daily Mail Transatlantic Competition prize of ?10, 000. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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1910 1919 Air Vehicle Airplane Biplane Crowd Flying Flying Boat Leaving North America Rear View Transatlantic Watching Daily Mail
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Transatlantic Flight - A Historic Journey Across the Seas
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. This print captures a momentous event in aviation history. On the 16th of May, 1919, the US Navy NC4 flying boat embarked on its first transatlantic flight, marking a significant milestone in air transport. The image showcases the back view of this remarkable aircraft, a biplane flying boat that would soon make headlines. Just weeks later, aviators Alcock and Brown achieved an extraordinary feat by completing the first non-stop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean on June 14-15. In a mere 16 hours, they conquered this formidable challenge and emerged as winners of the prestigious Daily Mail Transatlantic Competition prize worth £10,000. The photograph not only portrays the awe-inspiring aircraft but also captures a crowd gathered to witness this historic departure. People from all walks of life came together to watch as dreams took flight across vast oceans. Their faces reflect anticipation and excitement for what lay ahead. This image serves as a reminder of human determination and innovation in conquering new frontiers. It symbolizes progress and embodies our relentless pursuit for exploration beyond boundaries. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when daring individuals defied limitations and expanded our understanding of what is possible. Preserved through archival techniques, this picture allows us to relive an iconic moment that forever changed aviation history – one that continues to inspire generations with its audacity and triumph
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