Mitchell: Father of the Spitfire
Speaker: Paul Beaver
Join author and aviation historian Paul Beaver for an engaging talk about one
of aviation's greatest figures, Reginald Mitchell. As a visionary engineer
with a passion for speed, Mitchell’s legacy is the iconic Spitfire, the
most renowned fighter aircraft of all time.
Working at the
forefront of technology with his team at Supermarine, Mitchell played a
crucial role in preparing a nation for war. Although he did not live to
see the Spitfire in action, his innovations contributed to victory in the
Battle of Britain.
In this exciting talk, Paul Beaver will delve
into the creative genius of a man dedicated to pushing technological
boundaries, highlighting Mitchell’s other groundbreaking designs and
revealing the real story behind the Spitfire.
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Talk
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£12.00 -
25 September 2025 -
60 minutes -
12:00 -
National Army Museum -
Foyle 2
