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Alan R Hawley


 

Alan Ramsay Hawley (July 29 1869 - February 16, 1938) was one of the early aviators in the US. In 1910 he won the Gordon Bennett International Balloon Race with his balloon America II, aided by his friend and fellow aviator August Post. After landing in the wilderness in Quebec, Canada they spent a week travelling back to civilization before they were able to send a telegram. He was also the President of the Aero Club of America during a five year period.

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July 29 - 1869 - February 16 - 1938 - US - 1910 - Gordon Bennett International Balloon Race - August Post - Quebec - Canada

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