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Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Va, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Wilbur And Orville Wright... Creator: Harris & Ewing. Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Va, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Wilbur And Orville Wright... Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Va, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Wilbur And Orville Wright... Creator: Harris & Ewing. Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Va, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Wilbur And Orville Wright... Creator: Harris & Ewing
Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Virginia, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Wilbur And Orville Wright, Charlie Taylor; Putting Plane On Launching Rail. [The Wright brothers conducted test flights at Fort Myer after the U.S. War Department offered them a $25, 000 contract if their Flyer reached a speed of 40 miles per hour]
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Wright Flights at Fort Myer, Virginia, July 1909: A Historical Milestone in Aviation This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of aviation as the Wright brothers, Wilbur and Orville, conduct test flights for the U.S. Army at Fort Myer, Virginia. The brothers had been offered a $25,000 contract by the U.S. War Department if their Flyer reached a speed of 40 miles per hour. In this image, Wilbur Wright is seen in his aviator's outfit, complete with a bowler hat, as he and Orville prepare for a flight. Charlie Taylor, the Wrights' mechanic, assists in positioning the plane on the launching rail. The Wright brothers' biplane, a prototype of their innovative design, is visible in the background. This photograph, taken by Harris & Ewing, is a testament to the pioneering spirit of the Wright brothers and the significant role they played in the development of aviation. The image is part of the Harris & Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, which documents the early days of aviation and the pioneers who made it possible. The men in this photograph embody the spirit of innovation and research that would lead to the advancements in air transport we know today. The clothing and accessories, such as the bowler hats and formal attire, add to the historical context of this photograph, making it a valuable addition to any collection focusing on the 20th century and the history of aviation in America.
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