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.