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The Vimy Aircraft Project is supported, in part, by proceeds received
through the sale of Vimy-related merchandise. By buying Vimy souvenirs
and keepsakes, you help keep the Vimy flying.
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Vimy
Souvenirs |
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Original
art reprinted on high quality acid free paper with ink that lasts
approximately 85 to 100 years.
Sizes available:
8 1/2" X 11 " and 13" X 19"
Biography
of Artist and Artwork process. |
US $100.00
and
US $150.00 |
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All
cotton T-shirt with Vimy Triple Crown journey map and dates of original
flights.
Available in Medium,
Large and X-Large |
US $20.00 |
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Vickers
Vimy Triple Crown Adjustable Hat
**SOLD OUT** |
US $20.00 |
Other Items of
Interest
Because our volunteer staff is small and we do not have
the resources to fulfill orders, we rely on partner organizations
to handle sales for us. Clicking BUY links on this
page enables you to order products via a secure server
from one of our partners, HistoricAviation.com
and Amazon.com.
If you have any questions about ordering merchandise,
please contact the appropriate partner directly, via links
on its Web site.
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The Greatest Flight
A National Geographic Video
This story interweaves the 1919 and
the 1994 adventures of the Vickers Vimy biplane
bomber with open cockpit and cotton-covered wings,
as it journeys from England to Australia. The flights
are separated by 75 years but united in a common
spirit of daring. Approx. 60 min. $19.95
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Wind in the Wires
A Golden Era of Flight 1909-39
A photo journey through the pioneering years of
aviation. Stunning color photography of restored
and replica aircraft captures trailblazing and record-setting
aircraft from 1909 to the outbreak of WWII. 128
pgs., 120 color illustrations, 9"x 101ž2",
hdbd. $34.95
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Aviation: The Early Years
Chronicles the first years of man-powered flight
in photographs, from the end of the 19th Century
to the era of the great Zeppelins. Within the space
of a few years at the beginning of the 20th Century,
the world shrank. Vast distances were traversed
by air, technology raced ahead and whole new concepts
of human activity became possible. It was a time
of high excitement and experimentation - and from
the start, the camera recorded it. This magnificent
book is illustrated with over 450 photos including
many newly re-discovered. 356 pgs., 11-1/2"x
10-1/4", hdbd. $29.95
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A Brief History of Flight
From Balloon to Mach 3 and Beyond T.A. Heppenheimer.
Meticulously researched and filled with entertaining
anecdotes, little-known historical facts, and offbeat
humor, this book puts into context the social, political,
and economic factors that have stoked our passion
for flight. You'll read how big business has helped
the most daring - and expensive - inventions get
off the ground, laugh at some of history's most
bizarre flight attempts, and even get a rare peek
inside some of the earliest passenger "flight
kits." It will leave you wondering what the
world of aviation can possibly do for an encore.
464 pgs., 6"x 9-1/2", hdbd. $29.95
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The Air Mail Story
From ambitious early attempts to send mail by balloon,
dirigible and even carrier pigeon, to jet-propelled
transportation of mail around the world, this intriguing
documentary captures tales of bold imagination,
persistent ingenuity, and, most of all, courage.
Focuses in particular on the early development of
air mail in the U.S. with a barn-storming cast of
characters. Filled with astonishing early aviation
footage, captivating photography and expert commentary.
45 min. $19.95
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Bonfires to Beacons
Federal Civil Aviation Policy Under Air Commerce
Act, 1926-1938
What was the Air Commerce Act? What was the result
and how does it affect the aviation of today? A
historian’s book, recounting the government’s
role, rules and regulations devised, airmail subsidies,
the airmail cancellation, and the origin of the
air traffic control systems. 464 pgs., 6”x
9”, sfbd. Regular price: $14.95 Sale Price:
$4.95
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World War I Aircraft
Color profiles and dimensions of 34 famous Allied
and German aircraft of World War I, with guide to
national markings at the bottom. 38-1/2"x 26-3/4"
poster. $9.95
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300 Best Aviation Web Sites
The only aviation-dedicated Internet directory
out there, this book quickly narrows the field,
giving you the cream of the crop - the best, award-winning
aviation sites in cyberspace. This timesaving, cut-to-the-chase
guide grades each topically organized Web site on
content, design, functionality, and overall intended
audience. Ratings are indicated on a one-to-five
"plane" scale and are paired with clever,
engaging reviews. 360 pgs., 6"x 9", sfbd.
$24.95
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Guide to over 900 Aircraft Museums
A comprehensive book of aircraft museums listed
by city, state, phone, hours, etc... with a complete
list of over 5900 aircraft. Lists detailed information
about museums, restaurants with aircraft, and World
War II landmarks that still exist in the U.S. All
of the aircraft in the book are listed in the back
alphabetically, showing which museums they belong
to. 144 pgs., 6"x 9", sfbd. $14.95
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