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The historic crossing of the English Channel by French aviator Louis Bleriot in his monoplane. Mr Bleriot's assistants and mechanics wave him off from Calais at the start of the race. 25th July 1909.

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4066 x 4838 px | 34.4 x 41 cm | 13.6 x 16.1 inches | 300dpi

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25 July 1909

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The historic crossing of the English Channel by French aviator Louis Bleriot in his monoplane. Mr Bleriot's assistants and mechanics wave him off from Calais at the start of the race. 25th July 1909.

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