Wilbur gliding down steep slope of Big Kill Devil Hill; Kitt
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Wilbur gliding down steep slope of Big Kill Devil Hill; Kitt
Wilbur gliding down steep slope of Big Kill Devil Hill; Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Date 1902 Oct. 10
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Brothers Carolina Devil Gliding Hawk Kill Kitty Orville Slope Steep Wilbur Wright
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This photograph captures the moment of history as Wilbur Wright, one of the Wright Brothers, glides down the steep slope of Big Kill Devil Hill in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on October 10, 1902. The Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur, are renowned for their groundbreaking achievements in aviation. In this image, Wilbur can be seen standing in the makeshift flying machine, his determined expression a testament to the relentless pursuit of human flight. The hill, aptly named Big Kill Devil Hill, looms large in the background, its steep, sandy slope providing the perfect launchpad for their experimental flights. The wind in Wilbur's hair and the concentration etched on his face convey the raw emotion and excitement of this pivotal moment in human history. The date, October 10, 1902, marks the first successful controlled, sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage, innovation, and perseverance that led to the Wright Brothers' monumental achievement, forever changing the course of human history.
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