Orville Wright
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Orville Wright was an ordinary man, that lived an extraordinary life. His is a story of courage, faith and determination. Together with his brother Wilbur, he worked tirelessly to design, build and rebuild, a flying machine. An innate curiosity for all things mechanical, saw him conducting experiments throughout his life and he was dedicated to paving the way for the modern industrial age. The Wright Brother’s contributions have encouraged man to fly higher and longer.
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Henry Ford
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Gustave Eiffel
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Jacqueline Auriol
From an early age, Jacqueline Auriol showed a keen interest in flying. However, this was frowned upon at the time, as an unsuitable career for a female. Take to the skies with this brave woman, who battled many adversities and follow her courageous journey, as she achieved great heights. In her lifetime, she broke several records and broke tradition by carving out a career for herself in aviation. Her success will continue to inspire women wishing to forge a career in a male-dominated field.
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