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Violette Selfridge (*-*)


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Start of world's flight in a tiny Moth

A tiny Moth aeroplane started on its way around the world from Stag Lane Aerodrome, London, piloted by the Vicomte Jacques de Sibour, and his wife, who was formerly Miss Violette Selfridge, the second daughter of Mr Gordon Selfridge.



Uncropped Photo shows : Mr Gordon Selfridge helping to adjust his daughter's headgear before the start.




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