HycoSpeed, on September 30th, 2012
 
The Smithsonian Air & Space Museum has quite the extensive collective of rare and interesting aircraft, and perhaps some of of you have been lucky enough to see them in person. But did you know they also have a great many aviation and space related artifacts, many of which are not on display? Lucky, much of what the Air & Space has, even the archived collections, is available for perusal via their website. Since I know how much everyone hates to spend hours clicking through the myriad pages of the web looking at interesting things, I thought that I would start showcasing some of what is there, in semi-organized posts. First up is the Fly Now! collection of aviation related posters. There are nearly 1300 posters in this collection, ranging from advertising dating to the first early days of aviation all the way up through the modern era. And for the number one post out of this collection, enjoy these Coca-Cola advertising prints of WWII aircraft.
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The Professor, on May 28th, 2012
Today is Memorial Day, the day that we take time to remember those who have passed before us, and especially all of the men and women who gave their lives to protect our country. After whatever solemn moments we each may have, we also take time to celebrate the living by having [...]
The Professor, on May 27th, 2012
This is the second WWII aviation artwork gallery for all of you people who are stuck at home with your family. Just remember that it could be worse: you could be forced into going shopping at all of the Memorial Day sales that are going on. Here at least you can escape [...]
The Professor, on May 26th, 2012
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and lots of people are on the road to go camping, or off visiting family or whoever. There are, however, who are staying at home with the family, and who might need a break from said family in order to retain some semblance of sanity and avoid unnecessary [...]
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