French engineer and aviator (1872–1936) who made the first crossing of a large body of water in a heavier-than-air craft when he flew across the English Channel in 1909. Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 head-and-shoulders postcard photo of Bleriot in his flight hat, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “L. Bleriot.” Scattered silvering to darker areas, not affecting bold and crisp signature, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
