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 4x3 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 photograph captures a moment in aviation history, likely taken in 1918, showcasing the activities surrounding a biplane and its crew. The image features two individuals near the aircraft, which is marked with the words "STARTING LIBERTY 12." The scene is set against an airfield background, populated by additional planes, indicating that it took place at Chatillon-sur-Seine, France, where Sergeant Alexander Wilson served with the 157th Aero Squadron during World War I. The 157th Aero Squadron played a significant role during the war, primarily focusing on reconnaissance and support missions for ground troops. Their contributions included the use of aircraft for surveillance and communications, which were critical in the evolving landscape of aerial warfare at the time. The reference to "LIBERTY 12" suggests that the aircraft may have been powered by the Liberty L-12 engine, known for its use in several military and civilian aircraft during that era, and it highlights the advancements in engineering that occurred during World War I. The photograph features a clear caption at the bottom, reading "STARTING LIBERTY 12." There are no identifiable individuals explicitly named in the image. The context of this photograph is steeped in the early days of military aviation as part of the U.S. Army's efforts during the conflict.
Price: 38 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-14T12:57:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: aviation, World War I, military, aviation history
Theme: conflicts & wars, aviation, history, science & medicine
Featured Person/Artist: none
Image Color: Black & White
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1918
Size: 4x3
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Material: Paper
Features: Press Photograph
Style: Documentary
Number of Photographs: 1
