Hi, first-timer on the forum. I’m researching the early days of aviation (specifically Bristol-related) and would appreciate advice on where to find good quality/original images. I have tried local archives including Bristol Aerospace but imagine the sort of images I’m looking for (pre-1914, postcards, glass plate negatives etc) may be in private collections. Does anyone on the forum know of someone who may specialise in this area? Thanks in advance for help.
By: Arabella-Cox - 30th August 2022 at 20:16
Hi David. The staff at the Bristol Archive have a good knowledge of the wider collection. The catalogue is a broad tool and dependent on the person who compiled each entry.
The library has a fascinating album of early Parnall aircraft that is worth looking at.
By: David Tonkin - 30th August 2022 at 20:08
Thanks Oracal, will be trying the Bristol Archives in a couple of weeks. The central library is close enough for me to pop in to on a lunch break (when I ever get a chance to take one)!
By: Arabella-Cox - 30th August 2022 at 17:25
Two other good sources in Bristol –
Bristol Archives. https://archives.bristol.gov.uk
Bristol Central Library. https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/libraries-and-archives/central-lib…
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