WW1 AEF Aero 157th 1918 Aircraft Crash Lieutenant Middlekauff 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 4.5x2.5 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 WWI photograph depicts a tragic scene involving the crash of an aircraft that resulted in the death of Lieutenant Middlekauff. The image shows several soldiers and individuals gathered around the wreckage of the plane in an outdoor setting. The photo was taken in 1918, likely at an airfield, during the time of the war, and it is associated with Sgt Alexander Wilson of the 157th Aero Squadron. The 157th Aero Squadron was an American unit that played a significant role during World War I, primarily involved in training and reconnaissance missions. The accident, captured in this photo, reflects the dangers associated with early aviation, where aircraft technology was still developing. Lieutenant Middlekauff's unfortunate fate serves as a reminder of the perils faced by pilots at that time, which were often amplified by the relatively primitive safety measures in place. The caption on the photograph reads: "LIBERTY CRASH KILLING LIEUT MIDDLEKAUFF." This stark text directly references the tragic nature of the event depicted. The name Middlekauff suggests a personal story behind the crash, potentially serving as a point of interest for collectors and historians.

Price: 46 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-11-14T12:57:13.000Z

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