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1903-1925: The Wright brothers launched a revolution and in a few
short years, the airplane became a key tool in military combat.
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The first hour covers the period 1903-1925. With the development of
the airplane propeller, the Wright brothers launched a revolution
that continues a century later. Wilbur and Orville may have hoped
their Wright Flyer would put an end to warfare, but in just a few
short years, the airplane became a key tool in military combat. The
pace of technological change was fast and furious, as the airplane
quickly evolved from a reconnaissance tool to an artillery spotter
to a bomber to a fighter. As its utility expanded, the airplane
redefined warfare in the 20th century.