Родственники из США и Канады посетили выставку, посвященную Первой мировой войне пилота Линдопа Брауна

В аэродроме Stow Maries открылась экспозиция личных вещей и документов капитана Линдопа Брауна, в которой приняли участие его семья из Северной Америки. Посетители оценили уникальную коллекцию артефактов, включая летную форму и награды, как дань уважения подвигу пилота в годы Первой мировой войны.

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A NEW exhibition honouring the life of a First World War pilot is on display at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome. The display, which opened earlier this year, celebrates the legacy of Royal Flying Corps Captain Lindop Evans Brown. The exhibition has already attracted special visitors from overseas, with Captain Brown’s family travelling from the United States and Canada to view the collection of personal artefacts and documents. Stephen Nunn, ambassador for Stow Maries, said: "The family were absolutely thrilled with the exhibition and thought that Lindop would have heartily approved. "We are so lucky to be displaying this unique collection of his photographs, insignia, equipment, and medals, all originals relating to this incredible flyer of yesteryear. "Every time visitors cross the threshold at the aerodrome, Lindop is remembered. "But then that is only right for what he and all those other young pilots did for us all those years ago." After visiting several UK museums, Captain Brown’s relatives chose Stow Maries as the best place to share his story. Among the items on display are his Sam Browne belt, flying hat and goggles, forage cap, leather face mask, and RFC Wings. The exhibition also includes his pilot’s licence, dated October 1, 1913, which he earned after qualifying in a Wright Brothers biplane. James Lindop Brown, Captain Brown’s grandson, travelled from Arizona with his wife Beverly to see the display. They were joined by fellow relatives Ann and Mark Latham, and Kathie Arundell from the UK. The family was welcomed by museum trustee John Aldridge and Mr Nunn, who guided them through the exhibition. Ian Flint, chief executive of Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, said: "It was a real honour that our museum was chosen by the family of Captain Brown to host this exhibition – and an even greater honour to meet them and show them around the finished displays in person." Read more Captain Brown served in the Royal Flying Corps during the First World War, later becoming a flight commander with 11 Squadron and a test pilot. He was twice wounded in flying accidents and was honourably discharged in 1918 due to ill health. He returned to Canada and lived out his days as a rancher. The mini-exhibition is open from 10am to 4pm, Friday to Sunday.