A real photo postcard of the crash scene in which aviator Archibald Hoxsey was killed, Los Angeles, 31 December 1910
Entry/Object ID
2024.53.1.2
Description
A real photo postcard of the crash scene in which aviator Archibald Hoxsey was killed, Los Angeles, 31 December 1910. A crowd is gathered around the wreckage, showing the shattered craft, and there are some ink inscriptions and a number "135" at the bottom. Hoxsey was attempting to better his altitude record when the tragedy occurred. The postally unused card has some light soiling and is in good condition.
