The development of aeroplanes and their initial uses in 1914 and early 1915

Speaker: Robin Goldsmith
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Robin charts the transition from early flying machine, through the Formation of the Royal Flying Corps to the emerging roles of military aviation in the first year of the Great War.

Members and non-members of The Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new visitors are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts.

Event organiser: Cheltenham & Gloucester branch
10 March 2026 19:30 to 10 March 2026 21:30
'The Ed Shed', The Folk of Gloucester Centre, Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG. (Enter via rear on Quay Street)
Branch contacts
Simon Shephard
(Branch Chairman)
Email Simon Shephard

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