Description: An original photograph from an album of a soldier who served aboard the USS Idaho from between 1928 and 1930. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.25" original photograph.Condition: Good to fair vintage condition Please see photos. The photograph captures a dramatic moment of a double parachute jump in mid-air. Two parachutes are prominently visible, with one individual hanging beneath, silhouetted against the sky. The scene emphasizes the adventurous and dangerous nature of parachuting during this time period.In 1929, the development and use of parachutes were relatively advanced, but not as commonplace as they would become in later decades. Double parachute jumps were particularly daring and served both military training and entertainment purposes. Such events were often publicized to showcase skill and bravery, at times contributing to recruiting efforts for the armed forces.The visible caption on the image reads "DOUBLE PARACHUTE JUMP". No identifiable names are mentioned in the photograph or the caption.
Price: 28 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-16T08:26:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: parachuting, aerial stunts, historical aviation, adventure sport
Theme: aviation, events & festivals, history, sports
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1929
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.25 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
