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Guynemer and d Esperey with SPAD VII
Georges Marie Ludovick Jules Guynemer (1894-1917), French pilot and fighter ace (right), briefing General Louis Franchet d Esperey (1856-1942) on the SPAD VIIs Hispano-Suiza engine in June 1917. Date: 1917
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Briefing Franchet Georges Guynemer Hispano Jules Marie Pilot Propeller Spad Suiza Desperey Esperey
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and innovation of the First World War's aerial combat as French pilot and fighter ace, Georges Marie Ludovick Jules Guynemer (1894-1917), briefs General Louis Franchet d'Esperey (1856-1942) on the capabilities of the SPAD VII, a formidable fighter plane powered by a Hispano-Suiza engine. The image, dated June 1917, depicts Guynemer in his flying gear, pointing towards the SPAD VII's engine with a determined expression, while General d'Esperey, dressed in his military uniform, listens intently. The SPAD VII, with its distinctive propeller, sits on the ground behind them, a symbol of the technological advancements that transformed the face of warfare. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the strategic discussions between military leaders and pilots during the height of the WWI, providing a fascinating insight into the history of aviation and the pivotal role it played in the Great War.
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