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Samuel Cody was born in the USA in 1867 but immigrated to England in the early 1890s
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Samuel Cody was born in the USA in 1867 but immigrated to England in the early 1890s
Samuel Cody was born in the USA in 1867 but immigrated to England in the early 1890s. At the start of the 20th century he was hired by the British Military as Chief Kiting Instructor. In this position, Cody experimented with various forms of man-carrying powered kites. By 1909 the British government saw the military potential of flight and Cody was given the assignment to produce an airplane capable of carrying two people and a machine gun. This aircraft was given the disignation Ba No. 1
Cody designed and built British Army Aeroplane (Ba) No. 1. and on September 19, 1909 the Ba No. 1 made its first appearance outdoors in Farnborough. Over the next couple of days, the plane made a number of " hopsO of less than 100 yards. The aircraft is seen here being prepared for a short flight outside its aeroplane shed on the 28th September 1909
Daily Mirror / Bernard Grant
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21326306
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1900s 1909 Bi Plane Biplane Edwardian Flight Hanger Mechanic Mechanics Colonel Cody Samuel Franklin Cody
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This print takes us back to the early days of aviation, capturing a significant moment in history. The image showcases Samuel Cody's groundbreaking British Army Aeroplane (Ba) No. 1, an aircraft that played a crucial role in shaping the future of flight. Samuel Cody, born in America but later immigrating to England, was appointed as Chief Kiting Instructor by the British Military at the turn of the 20th century. In this position, he tirelessly experimented with various powered kites for military purposes. Recognizing his potential, the British government assigned him the task of creating an airplane capable of carrying two individuals and a machine gun. The photograph captures Ba No. 1 outside its aeroplane shed on September 28th, 1909 - a day filled with anticipation and excitement. This remarkable biplane stands ready for another short flight after successfully completing several "hops" over previous days. In this snapshot from history, we witness mechanics preparing Ba No. 1 for its next adventure into the skies under Colonel Cody's guidance. The dedication and ingenuity displayed by these men paved the way for advancements in aviation that would revolutionize travel and warfare alike. As we gaze upon this image from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of Samuel Franklin Cody's pioneering spirit and his invaluable contributions to aviation during this transformative era – forever etching his name among those who dared to dream beyond what seemed possible at that time.
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