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Aerial view of the site where Brigadier-General Arthur Corrie Lewin and his wife crashed-landed their aircraft in the Sudan and were missing for some time before being discovered. Date: 1937
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In this aerial view photograph, the site where Brigadier-General Arthur Corrie Lewin and his wife, Lady Mary Lewin, crash-landed their aircraft in the Sudanese desert in 1937 is depicted. The Lewins were on a mission to survey potential sites for a new airstrip in the region when their plane encountered mechanical difficulties, forcing them to make an emergency landing. The image reveals the desolate and barren landscape of the Sudanese desert, with the wreckage of the Lewins' plane visible as a small, scattered collection of debris against the sandy terrain. The desolation of the scene is further emphasized by the absence of any discernible human presence or signs of civilization. Brigadier-General Lewin, a decorated military officer and aviation pioneer, and his wife were reported missing for several days following the crash. A search party was dispatched to locate them, and they were eventually found alive but in poor condition, having survived the harsh desert conditions with limited supplies and no communication equipment. The Lewins' harrowing experience drew international attention and highlighted the challenges and dangers of aviation exploration in remote and inhospitable regions. Despite the hardships they faced, the couple's determination and resilience in the face of adversity became a testament to the human spirit and the enduring allure of aviation adventure. This aerial view photograph offers a unique perspective on this historic event, providing a bird's-eye view of the site where the Lewins' plane came to rest in the vast and unforgiving Sudanese desert. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and rewards of early aviation exploration and the indomitable human spirit that drives us to push the boundaries of what is possible.
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