WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 Wrecked Aircraft DH-6 Chatillon-sur-Seine France Photo

Description: This is an original WWI photo from pilot Sgt Alexander Wilson, 157th Aero Squadron, 1918. Served primarily out of Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. After the war he went on to the Second Corps School. These photos appear to have been taken by either him or others in his squadron and many are likely one of a kind. The back side of most photos from his scrapbook have remnants from being glued in. See photos for condition. Type & Size: A 5x4 original photograph. Condition: The photos from this lot are very old and condition varies. Please see photos. The back side of most photos in this lot have remnants from being glued in a scrapbook. This original photograph captures the wreckage of an aircraft, identified as having sustained significant damage. The photo is attributed to pilot Sgt. Alexander Wilson of the 157th Aero Squadron, taken in 1918 at an airfield in Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. The scene showcases the remains of a downed aircraft, likely a result of a crash, with the landscape reflecting the aftermath of an aviation incident during World War I. The 157th Aero Squadron notably played a role in aerial reconnaissance and support during the conflict. As a part of the U.S. Army Air Service, they were engaged in various missions, and photographs like this one represent the losses experienced by crews in theater. The significance of these images extends beyond military documentation; they provide a glimpse into the dangers faced by aviators during the war, showcasing both their bravery and the vulnerabilities of early aviation technology. The text on the front of the photograph reads, "DMG. CRASH. SIAM 1. 5. 18," indicating the nature of the scene as a crash involving the aircraft. The backdrop of the picture hints at the environment in which these kinds of incidents would occur, with a largely open field visible.

Price: 39 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-28T15:58:57.000Z

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