Wilbur Wright and Orville Wright were two American brothers who are credited with inventing and building the world's first successful airplane and making the first sustained, controlled flights.
Here's a bit more about them:
* Born: Wilbur in 1867 and Orville in 1871 in Ohio, USA.
* Early Life: They were both interested in bicycles and mechanics. They built a bicycle shop together and began experimenting with gliders.
* First Successful Flight: On December 17, 1903, Orville made the first successful airplane flight near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, lasting 12 seconds and covering 120 feet.
* Legacy: Their invention revolutionized transportation and had a profound impact on the world.
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