Wright Brothers Day ― Date, History, and Details

Wright Brothers Day

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History of Wright Brothers Day and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, are celebrated on December 17th each year in the United States. The day commemorates the brothers’ achievement of the first powered flight in a heavier-than-air machine. It is also seen as a day to celebrate the accomplishments of all those who have contributed to the development of aviation.