The scene of the first flight by man

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The scene of the first flight by man

Date1/17/1929

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London News Agency (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Wright, Orville, 1871-1948 (subject)

Wright, Wilbur, 1867-1912 (subject)

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Original Toronto Star caption: The scene of the first flight by man. Photograph just received from American shows Kill Devil Ill; N.C.; where the Wright brothers made their experiment with gliders twenty-five years ago; at the begining of the ceremonies at the dedication of a memorial to their achievements.

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0003549F

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