United Kingdom - Ireland
Sep. 09, 1953 - Attempt On World Air Speed Record: Picture taken in Libya, where an attempt is likely to be made this week to break the world speed record recently set up by Neville Duke. This attempt will be made by the Vickers Supermarine Swift, piloted by Mike Lithgow. Photo shows Lithgow being greeted by young Michael Metcalfe on his arrival at the RAF station, Castel Idris. Also seen are Diane Booker and Rodger Metcalfe, with Mrs. Booker (who is the wife of an RAF officer)
Picture No
13166505
Media ID
46149147
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4543px x 3278px
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Credit
(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Editorial Use Only - No Property or Model Releases. For any non-editorial use, please contact Mary Evans direct
Source
Keystone Pictures USA
