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Sopwith 2F Camel fighter plane
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Sopwith 2F Camel fighter plane
Sopwith 2F Camel fighter plane, designed for naval use. The first was completed and flying by March 1917. As seen here, it had a nose-mounted Vickers gun and an overwing Lewis gun. It was deployed around the North Sea and on both sides of the English Channel, and could be launched from battleship and battle cruiser main turrets, and from aircraft carriers. Seen here is a side and rear view of serial no. N 7136. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Biplane Biplanes Camel Lewis Mounted Nose Sopwith Vickers
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This photograph showcases a Sopwith 2F Camel fighter plane, a pioneering aviation innovation from the tumultuous era of World War I. Designed primarily for naval use, the first Camel was completed and airborne by March 1917. The aircraft boasts a distinctive biplane configuration, with a nose-mounted Vickers gun and an overwing Lewis gun, making it a formidable force in the skies. During the war, the Sopwith 2F Camel saw extensive deployment around the North Sea and both sides of the English Channel. Its versatility allowed it to be launched from battleship and battle cruiser main turrets and from aircraft carriers, further expanding its reach and impact on the battlefield. As depicted in this image, serial number N 7136 showcases the Camel's side and rear views. The aircraft's biplane design, with its distinctive wings and robust structure, was a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The Camel's historical significance in the annals of aviation history is undeniable, as it played a crucial role in the aerial combat during the First World War. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when courageous pilots took to the skies in these magnificent machines, forever changing the face of warfare.
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