1917 Archive

OldAerialPhotos.com have acquired what is believed to be the very first aerial survey of London. The survey was undertaken by the Royal Flying Corps in 1917. A series of vertical aerial photographs were captured following the path of the River Thames, taking in such sights as The Tower of London, Crystal Palace, The Docklands and the now demolished Joyce Green Hospital.

These images can now be viewed and bought online through OldAerialPhotos.com search facility. The map of the River Thames below shows the position of the images that are available to view and buy online for £60.

As part of this amazing find OldAerialPhotos.com have also acquired another set of photographs taken between 1917 and 1919, which were part of an album kept by a Royal Fusilier in the British Army. The photos offer a wonderful insight into life in the multi-national North Russian Relief Force depicting the British 35th Royal Fusiliers, Royal Navy and the newly formed RAF during the Russian Civil War. The collection includes iconic images of buildings, trenches, aircraft and military personnel. The photographs are also available to buy through OldAerialPhotos at full resolution by calling 01530 518 528 and speaking to one of OldAerialPhotos.com experts. To view these photographs click here.

The aerial survey images can now be viewed and bought online through OldAerialPhotos.com Search facility