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Wright Brothers 1903

"Original Wright Brothers 1903 Aeroplane (‘Kitty Hawk’) in first powered flight, December 17, 1903, at Kitty Hawk, NC. Orville Wright at controls. Wilbur Wright at right (First flight was 12 seconds)" Photo by John T. Daniels, December 17, 1903.

PHOTO BY: Ken LaRock
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