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Raising Dust
15th January 1908: The Voisin-Farman No 1 biplane, built by Henri Farman (1874 - 1958), French aviator and manufacturer and flown by him and his brother, Maurice (1878 - 1964). It won the Deutsch-Archdeacon prize and is seen raising dust whilst running its engine. Aeroplane Album - Vol 2 Page 7 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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1900 1909 Achievement Air Vehicle Airplane Biplane Brother Field Flying French Culture Human Interest Innovation Manufacturing Mode Of Transport Pilot Science And Technology Sepia Toned Flown Henri Farman Maurice
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Raising Dust: A Historic Flight that Defied Gravity". In this photo print, we are transported back to the 15th of January in 1908, witnessing a momentous achievement in aviation history. The image showcases the remarkable Voisin-Farman No 1 biplane, meticulously crafted by Henri Farman, an esteemed French aviator and manufacturer. Alongside him stands his brother Maurice, both pioneers who dared to dream beyond earthly boundaries. The significance of this particular aircraft lies in its triumph at the prestigious Deutsch-Archdeacon prize. As the engine roars to life, capturing our attention with a cloud of swirling dust beneath it, we can almost feel the anticipation and excitement that filled the air on that historic day. This photograph encapsulates not only innovation but also human determination and ingenuity. It serves as a testament to mankind's unwavering spirit of exploration and progress. Against a sepia-toned backdrop, these visionary brothers stand proudly beside their creation - an embodiment of their relentless pursuit for excellence. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we cannot help but marvel at how far aviation has come since then. This image is a reminder of how one single act can propel us into uncharted territories and inspire generations to reach for new heights. Let this extraordinary photograph serve as a timeless reminder that dreams do take flight when fueled by passion and perseverance – forever etching Henri Farman's name among those who defied gravity itself.
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