- Publisher: History Press
- Year: 2017
- Format: Hardback
- Pages: 128pp
- Illustrated: Yes
- Dimensions: 130x191mm
- Condition: New
- Weight: 0.3kg
- ISBN: 9780750970471
- Product code: 517444
The Wright Brothers Story
New Hardback Illustrated
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The Wright Brothers were building on a lifelong fascination with aviation when they made the first powered and controlled flight in 1903, revolutionizing the science of aviation along the way. This illustrated history, with facts, figures and little-known details, describes the hard work and ingenuity behind their breakthrough, as well as other key moments in the early history of flying.
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The creative and technological genius of the Wright brothers, Wilbur and Orville, led to the first powered and controlled flight. Born in Ohio, USA, the brothers' fascination with flight began at an early age. Their first powered aeroplane, 'The Wright Flyer', was tested at Kitty Hawk in 1903. Wilbur's first flight was on 14 December 1903, but quickly stalled and crashed. Three days later, after repairs, Orville flew to 540ft and landed safely after 12 seconds; this was the first powered flight in aviation history. Packed with facts, figures and little-known details, this book charts the triumphs and tragedies of the Wright brothers as they set about making history together.
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The Wright Brothers were building on a lifelong fascination with aviation when they made the first powered and controlled flight in 1903, revolutionizing the science of aviation along the way. This illustrated history, with facts, figures and little-known details, describes the hard work and ingenuity behind their breakthrough, as well as other key moments in the early history of flying.
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