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Thomas Morse S-4C single-seat fighter
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Thomas Morse S-4C single-seat fighter
Thomas Morse S-4C single-seat fighter (American). The S-4 design began in autumn 1916, the first flight was made in spring 1917, evaluation in June 1917, and deliveries began in November 1917. The S-4C was the dominant version. Seen here is a US Army S-4C, serial no. 38635, at San Diegos Rockwell Field in late 1918. Date: 1918
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Biplane Biplanes California Diego Morse Rockwell Seat Serial Scout
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This photograph depicts a Thomas Morse S-4C single-seat fighter, serial no. 38635, of the United States Army, during its tenure at San Diego's Rockwell Field in late 1918. The S-4 design, an American contribution to the aerial warfare during the First World War, originated in the autumn of 1916. The first flight of this biplane fighter took place in the spring of 1917, and by June of that year, evaluations were underway. The dominant version of the S-4 series, the S-4C, began deliveries to the military in November 1917. The S-4C was a formidable presence in the skies, its open cockpit housing a brave pilot who scanned the horizon for enemy aircraft. The biplane's distinctive design, with its two sets of wings, allowed for superior maneuverability and agility. This particular aircraft, adorned with the insignia of the United States Army, showcases the raw power and determination of the pilots who flew these machines during the Great War. The photograph, taken in 1918, captures the S-4C in its element, with the backdrop of the Rockwell Field airfield in San Diego, California, USA. The image stands as a testament to the history of aviation during a time when the skies were a battleground for the forces of freedom and tyranny. This photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast or historian, offering a glimpse into the past when the world was forever changed by the advent of powered flight.
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