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Members at an Aeronautical Society of Great Britain kite display at Chobham Common, Sunningdale, Berkshire, on 1 July 1907. From left: Mr W.H. Dines, Col J.E. Capper, Hon C.S. Rolls, Mrs Bruce, German Military AttachÚ¼áMajor Baden-Powell, Mr E.P. Frost, Col F.C. Trollope, Col J.D. Fullerton and Mr E.S. Bruce
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Berkshire Capper Chobham Common Dines Kite Members Sunningdale 1907
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This evocative photograph captures a notable gathering of pioneering aviation enthusiasts and dignitaries at the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain's kite display on Chobham Common, Sunningdale, Berkshire, on 1st July 1907. The image features an esteemed line-up of members, including from left to right: Mr W.H. Dines, Colonel J.E. Capper, Hon. C.S. Rolls, Mrs Bruce, German Military Attaché Major Baden-Powell, Mr E.P. Frost, Colonel F.C. Trollope, and Colonel J.D. Fullerton. The year 1907 marked a pivotal moment in the history of aviation, with the Society's focus on the development and exploration of lighter-than-air and heavier-than-air craft. Kite displays, such as this one, provided an essential platform for members to share their knowledge, experiment with new designs, and foster a sense of community. The presence of Major Baden-Powell, a renowned military leader and founder of the Scout Movement, adds an intriguing layer to the image. His inclusion underscores the interconnectedness of various fields of innovation during this period and the excitement that surrounded the potential of aviation technology. The members, dressed in their formal attire, exude a sense of anticipation and camaraderie as they gather around the kites, which appear to be suspended in mid-air against a clear blue sky. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the early days of aviation, when the dreams of flight were still taking shape and the future of air travel seemed limitless.
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