WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 SPAD Airplane 3.5x2.5 Phone Original Photo

Description: This is an original WWI photo from pilot Sgt Alexander Wilson, 157th Aero Squadron, 1918. Served primarily out of Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. After the war he went on to the Second Corps School. These photos appear to have been taken by either him or others in his squadron and many are likely one of a kind. The back side of most photos from his scrapbook have remnants from being glued in. See photos for condition. Type & Size: A 3.5x2.5 original photograph. Condition: The photos from this lot are very old and condition varies. Please see photos. The back side of most photos in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This original World War I photograph captures a biplane, likely taken by or pertaining to pilot Sgt. Alexander Wilson of the 157th Aero Squadron in 1918. The plane is shown on an airfield, presumably at Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. The photo highlights the aircraft's design, giving a glimpse into early aviation during the war. The 157th Aero Squadron, where Sgt. Wilson served, was involved in reconnaissance and pursuit missions during the war. Biplanes were essential for air superiority, providing support for ground forces and patrolling key areas. This photo serves as a historical reminder of the advancements in military aviation during that period and the crucial roles these pilots played in securing aerial dominance.

Price: 23 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-10-30T13:56:26.000Z

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