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Australian aviator Harry Hawker at Hendon aerodrome, London, 1919 (b/w photo)
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Australian aviator Harry Hawker at Hendon aerodrome, London, 1919 (b/w photo)
8626478 Australian aviator Harry Hawker at Hendon aerodrome, London, 1919 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australian aviator Harry Hawker (1889-1921) at Hendon aerodrome, London, 25 May 1919. Hawker and his navigator, Kenneth Mackenzie Grieve, went missing while attempting the first transatlantic flight but were rescued from their ditched aircraft by a Danish steamship. Illustration from Ourselves 1900-1930, by Irene Clephane (John Lane the Bodley Head Limited, London, 1933).); © Look and Learn
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This print captures the legendary Australian aviator Harry Hawker at Hendon aerodrome in London, 1919. With his steely gaze and confident stance, Hawker exudes a sense of determination and courage as he prepares for his next aerial adventure.
In May 1919, Hawker embarked on a daring mission to attempt the first transatlantic flight alongside his navigator Kenneth Mackenzie Grieve. Despite facing numerous challenges along the way, including going missing at one point, they were eventually rescued by a Danish steamship after ditching their aircraft.
The image not only showcases Hawker's pioneering spirit but also serves as a poignant reminder of the risks early aviators like him took in pushing the boundaries of aviation. It is a testament to their unwavering passion for flight and exploration that continues to inspire generations of pilots and aviation enthusiasts today.
As we look back on this moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the incredible feats accomplished by individuals like Harry Hawker who paved the way for modern aviation. His legacy lives on through stories such as these captured in timeless photographs like this one from 1919.
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