Cleveland's National Air Races

Cleveland's National Air Races
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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 132
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ISBN-13 : 9781439616727
ISBN-10 : 1439616728
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Book Synopsis Cleveland's National Air Races by : Thomas G. Matowitz Jr.

Download or read book Cleveland's National Air Races written by Thomas G. Matowitz Jr. and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2006-03-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enthusiasm for aviation exploded after Charles Lindberghs solo flight across the Atlantic in May 1927. The National Air Races, held in Cleveland between 1929 and 1949, collectively represent one of the most significant aviation events of the 20th century. Clevelands newly constructed municipal airport, the worlds largest airport facility at the time, along with its permanent 50,000-seat bleachers, won the city hosting rights to the event. The National Air Races captivated the public during the grim years of the Great Depression and provided a showcase for many aviation innovations including retractable landing gear, low-wing monoplanes, aircooled engines, and careful streamlining. A deadly crash ended the National Air Races more than 50 years ago, but the races made an unforgettable impression. This book should reinforce the memories of those who saw the races firsthand and pique the interest of those who have always wished they had.


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