Umberto Nobile 1885-1985: Nei Centenario della Nascita, 1985
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Artifact Overview
This postcard commemorated the centennial of the birth of Italian aviator, aeronautical engineer, and Arctic explorer Umberto Nobile. Mr. Nobile created and promoted semi-rigid airships during the 1920s and 1930s. He designed and piloted the airship Norge which, on May 12, 1926, made the first confirmed visit to the North Pole.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
1985
Subject Date
1885-1985
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
88.14.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Dr. Gertrude Nobile.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 4.188 in
Width: 6 in
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