Wilbur Collection (page 3)

The Wright Brothers, Orville (1871-1948) and Wilbur (1867-1912). American pioneers in aviation
WRIGHT BROTHERS, 1909. The Wright Brothers, Orville (1871-1948) and Wilbur (1867-1912). American pioneers in aviation. Left to right: Lieutenant Benjamin Foulois, Orville Wright, Lieutenant Frank P

Orville Wrights telegram to his father announcing the successful flights of 17 December 1903
WRIGHT BROTHERS TELEGRAM. Orville Wrights telegram to his father announcing the successful flights of 17 December 1903

A Wright Brothers biplane in flight. Pen-and-ink drawing by an unknown artist, c1907
WRIGHT BROTHERS PLANE. A Wright Brothers biplane in flight. Pen-and-ink drawing by an unknown artist, c1907

Sketch, 1901, by Orville and Wilbur Wright for a wind tunnel
WRIGHT: WIND TUNNEL, 1901. Sketch, 1901, by Orville and Wilbur Wright for a wind tunnel

Miss Florence Barwood, in white, talking to John Stack. Wilbur Wright lecture, September 1951. [See also 56010518]

At the sixth Wilbur Wright Lecture in May 1918 (given by Dr W.F. Durand, Chairman, National Advisory Committee of United States)

Hon Cs Rolls and Wilbur Wright
Hon C.S. Rolls and Wilbur Wright after the flight at Camp dAuvours, 8 October 1908. [See also 56005155]

Miss Frances (F B ) Bradfield FRAeS (left) and Mrs Kronfeld
Miss Frances (F.B.) Bradfield, FRAeS (left) and Mrs Kronfeld after Miss Bradfield was presented with a RAeS Bronze Medal at the 36th Royal Aeronautical Society Wilbur Wright lecture in 1948

The First Gold Medal of the Aeronautical Society
Presentation of the first Gold Medal of the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain to Wilbur and Orville Wright for their distinguished services to Aeronautical Science at the Institution of Civil

Manners maketh man Miss Florence Barwood
Manners maketh man. Miss Florence Barwood sits on the floor of what became the Handley Page Room. Possibly the Wilbur Wright lecture, September 1951. Date: 1951

Letter from Wilbur Wright to Lawrence Hargrave
Pages 2 and 3 of a letter from Wilbur Wright to Lawrence Hargrave, dated 28 January 1904. Date: 1904

Major Baden-Powell, H Rolls, Wilbur Wright, Frank Hedges But
Outside Madame Pollets at Le Mans. From left: Major B.F.S. Baden-Powell, Hon C.S. Rolls, Wilbur Wright and Frank Hedges Butler

Major B. F. S. Baden-Powell, Wilbur Wright and Hon C. S. Rolls
Outside Madame Pollets at Le Mans. From left: Major B.F.S. Baden-Powell, Wilbur Wright and Hon C.S. Rolls

Major Baden Fletcher Smyth Baden-Powell and Wilbur Wright
Major Baden Fletcher Smyth Baden-Powell (1860-1937) and Wilbur Wright after the flight at Camp dAuvours, 8 October 1908. Date: 1937

Hon Cs Rolls and Wilbur Wright after the flight
Hon C.S. Rolls and Wilbur Wright after the flight at Camp dAuvours, 8 October 1908. Date: 1908

Frank Hedges Butler and Wilbur Wright after the flight at Camp dAuvours, 8 October 1908. Date: 1908

Wilbur Wright in December 1908. Date: 1908

Wilbur Wright examining the engine of the Delage which won the coup des Voiturettes at Dieppe, at Camp dAuvours, Le Mans, 1908. Date: 1908

Lazare Weiller (in the checked cap) and Wilbur Wright at Camp dAuvours, Le Mans, 1908. Weiller was a leading member of the French syndicate La Compagnie Generale de Navigation Aerienne (CGNA)

Wilbur Wright and his sister Katherine
Wilbur Wright and his sister, Katherine, about to make a dual flight before King Edward VII at Pau in 1908. Date: 1908

Wilbur Wright having his photograph taken

Wilbur Wright explaining the technicalities of his aircraft to King Edward VII at Pau in 1908. Date: 1908

Wilbur Wright (1867-1912)
Wilbur Wright, 1867-1912. Date: 1912

Wilbur Wright (1867-1912) aged 12
Wilbur Wright, 1867-1912, aged 12. Date: 1912

Wright brothers leaving the Smithsonian Institution
The Wright brothers leaving the Smithsonian Institution after the presentation of the Langley Medal. 10 February 1910. From left: Secretary Charles D. Walcott, Wilbur Wright, Dr A

Wilbur (centre) and Orville Wright, Prof Huntington and Griffith Brewer (extreme right) at Shellbeach, 4 May 1909. Date: 1909

Orville and Wilbur Wright

Prior to the 1950 Wilbur Wright lecture. From left: George Edwards, Major G.P. Bulman, C.G. Grey and Major Frank Halford. Date: 1950

Sir George Edwards is presented with the British Gold Medal for Aeronautics by the President of the Royal Aeronautical Society, G.H. Dowty, in 1952 at the 40th Wilbur Wright lecture. Date: 1952

Wilbur Wright in the 1901 glider - Kitty Hawk
Wilbur Wright in the 1901 glider at the end of a glide at Kitty Hawk. Date: 1901

Wilbur Wright (1867-1912) American pioneer of aviation

Wilbur Clarks World Famous Desert Inn Hotel and Country Club
Vintage postcard showing the exterior of the Fdesert Inn. A large entrance arch stands over the driveway. A large neon marquee stands near the roadway announcing the current acts

Swimming Pool, Wilbur Clarks Desert Inn, Las Vegas, Nevada
Lintage linen postcard showing the exterior of the Desert Inn with the swimming pool in the foreground. Guests lounge poolside and one woman prepares to dive from the diving board

Wilbur Clarks Desert Inn, Las Vegas, Nevada
Vintage linen postcard showing an evening view across the quiet waters of the swimming pool looking toward the glass-enclosed Skyroom Cocktail lounge, the Painted Desert Room Supper Club

Painted Desert Room, Wilbur Clarks Desert Inn, Las Vegas, Nevada
Vintage linen postcard showing the interior of the Painted Desert Room as showgirls perform a revue on stage. Guests are seated at tables eating and watching the show

Membership recruiting poster for the American Red Cross during World War I. Print by Wilbur Lawrence, c1917
RED CROSS POSTER, c1917. Membership recruiting poster for the American Red Cross during World War I. Print by Wilbur Lawrence, c1917

Wilbur Wright instructing a pupil

Oil on canvas

President Franklin D. Roosevelt with Major General George Smith Patton, affixing the Congressional Medal of Honor upon
CASABLANCA CONFERENCE, 1943. President Franklin D. Roosevelt with Major General George Smith Patton, affixing the Congressional Medal of Honor upon Brigadier General William H

WILBUR MILLS (1909-1992). American politician. Representative Mills at a press conference announcing his bid for presidential nomination. Photograph by Wally McNamee, May 1972

WRIGHT BROTHERS BIPLANE. German engraving, early 20th century

Orville with Scipio, a St. Bernard dog he acquired in March
Orville Wright with Scipio, a St. Bernard dog he acquired in March, 1917. Date 1921 Feb

Close-up view of damaged 1903 machine, rudder frame broken in landing, on ground at end of last flight. Date 1903 Dec. 17

View of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, which includes the bay, photographed by the Wright brothers in the vicinity of their 1900 camp, where they conducted their first gliding experiments in October

Flight 29: machine close to the ground, Orville piloting, covering a distance of 640 feet in 15 seconds; Dayton, Ohio. Date 1904 Aug. 13

Childhood portraits of Wilbur Wright. Date between 1901 and 1928

Magneto side of the Wright four-cylinder motor used in 1911. Date 1911

Closeup view of the Wright brothers tent at Kitty Hawk, a half mile from Captain Tates home. Date 1900

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Wilbur Wright: Pioneering the Skies with Unwavering Determination In this captivating collection of photographs, we catch a glimpse into the extraordinary life and achievements Wright, one half of the legendary duo known as the Wright Brothers. The journey begins in 1903 with a remarkable image capturing Wilbur and Orville Wright beside their second powered machine. Their unwavering dedication to flight is evident as they stand proudly next to their creation, poised to make history. Fast forward to 1908, where we witness aviation reaching new heights with M. Wilbur Wright's groundbreaking aeroplane taking flight. This pivotal moment marks a turning point in human exploration of the skies. Delving deeper into their ingenuity, we explore plans for the iconic 1903 Biplane - an engineering marvel that paved the way for modern aviation. The intricate diagrams showcase their meticulous attention to detail and innovative design principles. Wilbur's passion for flying extends beyond machines; he fearlessly takes flight himself on his glider in 1902. With wings outstretched against a breathtaking backdrop, he embodies both grace and courage. A historic encounter unfolds before our eyes as Griffith Brewer joins forces with Wilbur after an awe-inspiring flight. Their exchange captures not only camaraderie but also mutual respect between two pioneers pushing boundaries together. Perhaps one of the most iconic images captured is that of the first-ever flight by the famous "Wright Flyer. " Against all odds, it soars above Kitty Hawk Bay – forever etching itself into history books as a testament to human innovation. As we delve further into Wilbur's world, we witness him amidst his machine in 1905 – determination radiating from his gaze, and is here that dreams take shape and aspirations become reality through sheer perseverance.