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King of the Air. American sheet music cover, 1910, commemorating Glenn Hammond Curtiss prize-winning flight that year from Albany to New York City in two hours and fifty-one minutes

King of the Air. American sheet music cover, 1910, commemorating Glenn Hammond Curtiss prize-winning flight that year from Albany to New York City in two hours and fifty-one minutes


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King of the Air. American sheet music cover, 1910, commemorating Glenn Hammond Curtiss prize-winning flight that year from Albany to New York City in two hours and fifty-one minutes

CURTISS SONGSHEET, 1910.
King of the Air. American sheet music cover, 1910, commemorating Glenn Hammond Curtiss prize-winning flight that year from Albany to New York City in two hours and fifty-one minutes

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1910 Biplane Cover Curtiss Flight Glenn Hammond Sheet Music


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King of the Air - A Triumph in Flight

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. This sheet music cover from 1910 pays homage to Glenn Hammond Curtiss, a true pioneer of aviation. The artwork commemorates his extraordinary feat that year - a prize-winning flight from Albany to New York City in an astonishing two hours and fifty-one minutes. The image transports us back to the early days of aviation, capturing the excitement and wonder surrounding this groundbreaking achievement. Against a backdrop of a bustling cityscape, we see Curtiss's biplane soaring through the sky with grace and power. The artist skillfully captures the essence of flight, showcasing both the beauty and danger inherent in this daring endeavor. Curtiss himself is depicted as a hero, rightfully crowned "King of the Air". His determination and courage are palpable as he confidently pilots his aircraft through North America's urban landscape. Surrounding him are men who undoubtedly admire his accomplishments, further emphasizing his status as an aviation legend. This sheet music cover serves not only as a visual tribute but also as an auditory one. It represents an era when transportation was undergoing remarkable transformations at the turn of the century. Through its evocative imagery and accompanying songsheet, it invites viewers to relive this momentous event while celebrating Curtiss's significant contribution to human progress. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come since those early days of flight – all thanks to visionaries like Glenn Hammond Curtiss who dared to

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