This camera was used by Lt. Lewis Webster while participating on the aerial bombing test in the Chesapeake Bay in 1921. The 1st Provisional Air Brigade commanded by Gen. Billy Mitchell demonstrated the value of aircraft attacking surface warships. Webster piloted a Martin MB-10 and flew numerous strikes against submarines, destroyers, and most notability the U.S.S. Alabama.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Physical Description
Stitched black leather case with strap
Dimensions
3-D: 78.1 × 20.3 × 6cm (30 3/4 × 8 × 2 3/8 in.)
Materials
Leather
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Steel
Paint
Natural Thread
White Metal Plating
Inventory Number
A20100260001
Credit Line
Bequest from the Arthur L. Webster Estate
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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