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Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan
Boat used for Buebird Seaplane. William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965) was a Scottish peer and record-breaking air pioneer who was later shown to have passed secret information to the Imperial Japanese military before the Second World War. In 1921, Sempill led an official military mission to Japan that showcased the latest British aircraft. In subsequent years he continued to aid the Imperial Japanese Navy in developing its Navy Air Service and began giving military secrets to the Japanese. Although his activities were uncovered by British Intelligence, Sempill was not prosecuted for spying and allowed to continue in public life. Date: 1920s
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Step aboard the Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, a historic vessel that played a pivotal role in shaping the country's aviation industry. This striking photograph captures the boat used by William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965), as he led an official military mission to Japan in the 1920s. As a record-breaking air pioneer and Scottish peer, Sempill was instrumental in introducing Britain's latest aircraft technology to Japanese officials. However, his involvement with the Imperial Japanese Navy went beyond mere diplomacy - he secretly shared sensitive military information with them, which would later be revealed during World War II.
This remarkable image is part of the Royal Aeronautical Society Archive and offers a unique glimpse into a fascinating chapter of history. The photograph has been preserved on glass lantern slide format, providing an intimate look at this significant moment when East met West in aviation innovation. With its rich historical significance and captivating visual appeal, this print is sure to delight historians and enthusiasts alike.
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