[Douglas World Cruiser aircraft anchored in harbor]

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IdentifierGAF_image_051SourceGeneral Aircraft Files, Douglas World Cruiser B&W FolderDescriptionPhotograph of Douglas World Cruiser aircraft anchored in a harbor, Shanghai, China, circa 1924.

Typed caption attached to verso: "Pacific Heritage Museum, [address in San Francisco, California]. East Meets West: During a stopover on their historic 1924 flight around the world, three Douglas World Cruisers anchor near Shanghai. Two of the original four aircraft completed this epic 26,345-mile journey. (Photo courtesy of Peter M. Bowers). These and other stories of early aviation pioneers are presented in WINGS OVER THE PACIFIC, a special new exhibit opening June 1, 1990 at the Pacific Heritage Museum of San Francisco. Visitor information: [telephone number]. Media contact: Peng Van Etten, Bank of Canton of California, [telephone number]. 5/90."

Stamped on verso: "PM 3410."Creation Datecirca 1924SubjectDouglas World Cruiser (DWC) FamilyFlights around the worldSeaplanesPlaceShanghai (China)ChinaOriginal Formatphotographic printsBibliographic CitationThe General Aircraft Files/The Museum of FlightRightsNo copyright - United States

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