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 matte-finish 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photo of Louis Bleriot by photographer Henri Manuel, signed in fountain pen, "Salut cordial, L. Bleriot." In very fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder.
