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Daily Express newspaper clipping July 20 1978 showing Sir Freddie Laker and wife Patricia after his knighthood ceremony

A newspaper clipping from the Daily Express dated July 20, 1978, featuring Sir Freddie Laker and his wife Patricia after his knighthood ceremony at Buckingham Palace. The article celebrates Laker's journey from 'tea boy to knight' and highlights his Skytrain service success, noting that Laker Airways made £1 million in eight months.

Sir Freddie Laker Patricia Laker knighthood Buckingham Palace Daily Express newspaper clipping 1978 1970s Laker Airways Skytrain aviation pioneer

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