THE DAWN OF AVIATION
he Pivotal Role of Sussex People and Places in the Development of Flight
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A lively, well-researched account of Sussex’s pivotal role in early British aviation. From 18th-century balloonists drifting over Horsham to man-lifting kites, experimental gliders, and Alec Ogilvie’s 1908 Wright biplane flights at Camber, the book captures the bold pioneers who pushed flight from fantasy to reality. With Shoreham—Britain’s oldest airport—at its heart, this punchy narrative brings to life the county’s swashbuckling innovators and will delight aviation enthusiasts and local history fans alike
