Delweddau Diwydiant
Charles Horace Watkins gyda’i awyren un adain, Robin Gôch
photographer unknown
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Dyddiad: circa 1910
Cyfrwng: ffotograff
Maint: 110 x 165 mm
Derbyniwyd: 1998; Rhodd
Rhif Derbynoli: 1998.1/5
Dyddiad: circa 1910
Cyfrwng: ffotograff
Maint: 110 x 165 mm
Derbyniwyd: 1998; Rhodd
Rhif Derbynoli: 1998.1/5
sylw - (9)
The Watkins family originally came from Swansea with Horace's branch of the family setting up a branch of the Watkins Printing Co. at North Road Swansea. The Swansea branch was run by Howell Watkins JP, who was mayor of Swansea in 1896.
Coincidentally, my late husband lived in Column Road, Cardiff and remembers Charles Watkins.
I have two copies of Mr Watkins' post card, one given to my father and one to my husband. They are both signed. My husband's copy has a lot of information about the plane on the back such as span, length, take off distance, landing speed, cruising speed, etc.
What are the chances of a person coming into possession of one, let alone two copies of this unusual treasure?
Thank you for your comment, Owen - it sounds like Mr Watkins remains quite an inspiration!
I hope you enjoy your visit - and thanks again for sharing your memories of our museums and this trailblazing aviator.
Happy gliding
Sara
Digital Team
I remember him as a quiet modest man.
Many years later I read that Robin Goch was under restoration at RAF St Athan
I hope to visit Swansea Museum this year to see it.
I started gliding last year at 89 and am still progressing - my aeronautical ambitions now being achieved!
Thank you
What an amazing photograph and story too - thanks for leaving a comment!
There is some fascinating history to early aviation in south Wales and the museum is proud to represent it in our collections.
Thanks again for getting in touch
Sara
Digital Team
Mr Watkins met with my dad a nd talked about the plane.
At that time I beLonged to archeology club at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff and I told them about the aeroplane. They were very interested and talked to Mr Watkins and my father. I am glad the plane has found a home even if it is in Swansea