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#241 The Wright Brothers, Glenn Curtiss, and the Battle to Control the Skies

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Aviation Pioneers: Rivalries and Revelations

This chapter explores the contrasting strategies of the Wright brothers and Glenn Curtiss in promoting their aviation innovations, highlighting the significance of public demonstrations. It delves into the intertwined lives of early aviation figures like Thomas Selfridge and examines the competitive landscape that challenged the Wrights' pioneering position. Furthermore, the narrative underscores crucial lessons on ambition, integrity, and the unforeseen emergence of rivals in the rapidly evolving field of aviation.

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