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History of Flight - A Look At The History of Flight. - 0 views

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    "The history of flight has a long and storied road. For many centuries, humans have tried to fly just like the birds. We have studied the flight of birds in order to mimic their actions."
valerie taylor

Smarthistory: a multimedia web-book about art and art history - 1 views

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    "Smarthistory.org is a free and open, not-for-profit, art history textbook. Part of the Khan Academy, we use multimedia to deliver unscripted conversations between art historians about the history of art. We are seeking contributors-especially for canonical non-Western material and other survey topics not yet covered. "
valerie taylor

History of Glaciers in Glacier National Park | Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (... - 0 views

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    "History of Glaciers in Glacier National Park Aerial photos of Chaney Glacier showing decrease in glacial area. 1850s margin was delineated from morainal evidence, 2005 margin delineated by GPS.The history of glaciation within current Glacier National Park boundaries spans centuries of glacial growth and recession, carving the features we see today. "
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David Christian: The history of our world in 18 minutes | Video on TED.com - 0 views

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    "Backed by stunning illustrations, David Christian narrates a complete history of the universe, from the Big Bang to the Internet, in a riveting 18 minutes. This is "Big History": an enlightening, wide-angle look at complexity, life and humanity, set against our slim share of the cosmic timeline."
valerie taylor

Apollo 13 oxygen tank explodes - History.com This Day in History - 4/13/1970 - 0 views

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    "On April 13, 1970, disaster strikes 200,000 miles from Earth when oxygen tank No. 2 blows up on Apollo 13, the third manned lunar landing mission. Astronauts James A. Lovell, John L. Swigert, and Fred W. Haise had left Earth two days before for the Fra Mauro highlands of the moon but were forced to turn their attention to simply making it home alive. Mission commander Lovell reported to mission control on Earth: "Houston, we've had a problem here," and it was discovered that the normal supply of oxygen, electricity, light, and water had been disrupted. "
valerie taylor

Permalink to History of Science - 2 views

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    "There are some excellent resources freely available on the Internet about the history of science. Here are a few."
valerie taylor

Rare Venus Transit of Sun in History | Transit of Venus 2012 | Space.com - 0 views

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    On June 5, the planet Venus will appear to cross in front of the disk of the sun, appearing as a small black dot. The historic skywatching event, called a transit of Venus by astronomers, is among the rarest of predictable phenomena and one that has amazed scientists and observers throughout history.
valerie taylor

http://www.nasa.gov/offices/education/programs/national/dln/special/TuskegeeAirmen.html - 1 views

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    In honor of National African American History month, NASA is hosting a webcast series titled, 'Flying Through African-American History With the Tuskegee Airmen.' The series will focus on this elite group of African-American pilots who fought war and racism in World War II. Click here for more information. http://www.nasa.gov/offices/education/programs/national/dln/special/TuskegeeAirmen.html
valerie taylor

What is Aviation Archaeology? - 0 views

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    "Aviation archaeology is primarily the locating and documenting of old aircraft crash sites. It focuses on the preservation of these sites and of the history surrounding the activities that caused them. There are many ways to preserve crash sites and their history. However, a major barrier that stands in the way is a lack of knowledge on the part of the public and land managers."
valerie taylor

10 Engineers Who Changed the Course of History : Scientia Blogger - 0 views

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    "it was probably an engineer who created the wheel, and you know an engineer was instrumental in erecting the Pyramids. Unfortunately, no record exists of stone age engineers, but here is a list of 10 Engineers Who Changed the Course of History."
valerie taylor

NASA Space Programs - Shuttle Tile - 0 views

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    Shuttle Tile: Space Shuttle thermal protective tiles are being offered only to eligible schools, universities, and colleges on a first-come, first-serve, one per institution, basis while the supply lasts. NASA is looking for ways to preserve this great history and inspire the next generation of space explorers, scientists and engineers. On Dec. 1, 2010, your school or university can sign up and request a space shuttle thermal protective tile. Remember, the tiles are available on a first-come, first-served, one-per-institution basis. Educators have an opportunity to share some technology and a piece of history with their students.
valerie taylor

Today In Aviation History - December 29 - 0 views

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    Today In Aviation History - December 29 In 1921… Edward Stinson and Lloyd Bertaud set a world endurance record of 26 hours, 18 minutes and 35 seconds flying a BMW-engined Junkers-Larsen over Roosevelt Field. In 1939… First flight of the Consolidated B-24"
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Today in Aviation History - January 12 - 0 views

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    "Today in Aviation History - January 12 In 1866… The Aeronautical Society of Great Britain is founded in London (later to become the Royal Aeronautical Society) and is still in existence today. In 1892… Mikhail Gurevich, Russian aircraft designer, is born (d. 1976). Gurevich was a Soviet aircraft designer, a partner (with Artem Mikoyan) of the famous MiG military aviation bureau. In 1929… First U.S. air mail stamped envelopes are available for sale."
valerie taylor

Today In Aviation History - December 31 - 1 views

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    "Today In Aviation History - December 31 - In 1908… Wilbur Wright at Auvours, France, makes the first flight over 2 hours. He flies for 2 hours and 20 minutes, covers 77 miles, and wins the Michelin Cup for 1908. In 1951… This year, for the first time, air passenger miles flown (10.6 million) have exceeded passenger miles traveled in Pullman cars on the railroad (10.2 million). In 1958… This year, for the first time, more passengers (1.2 million) have crossed the North Atlantic by air than by sea."
valerie taylor

Today In Aviation History - January 1 - 1 views

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    "Today In Aviation History - January 1 - In 1914… The U.S. Weather Bureau begins daily publication of a weather map of the Northern Hemisphere designed specifically as an aid to aviation. In 1914… The world's first scheduled airplane passenger service operated by an airline company - the Airboat Line - begins at 10:00 A.M. when Anthony Janus flies his first passenger from St. Petersburg to Tampa, Florida. The fare for 22-mile over-water flight was $5 with a surcharge if the passenger weighs more than 200 lbs."
valerie taylor

Today In Aviation History - December 27 « Calgary Recreational and Ultralight... - 0 views

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    Today In Aviation History - December 27 In 1773… George Cayley is born in Scarborough, Yorkshire, England. Pioneer of early aviation regarded by many as the father of flight. His glider takes his coachman on the first manned flight in 1853."
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New England Air Museum - Education Overview - 0 views

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    "The New England Air Museum inspires students of all ages through innovative and hands-on education programs in support of Connecticut's frameworks for science, history and technology. These lessons and activities can be delivered independently or to supplement a visit to the New England Air Museum. Hands-on Build and Fly activities spark the imagination, challenge the inquisitive mind, and can serve as an engaging anticipatory setting for further study in science, history and technology. "
valerie taylor

Aviation Through the Ages - A History of Flight - 0 views

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    Aviation Through the Ages - A History of Flight - Where would you like to begin? Explore the timeline below. You can also learn about Famous Aviators and visit "The Hangar."
valerie taylor

WW2 and Aviation - Facts, History, and Pictures - 1 views

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    World War Two & Aviation History"
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First Flight: the Early Aviators - Disciples of Flight - 0 views

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      Solid overview of the early history of aviation, leading up to the Wright Brothers.
  • The dream of flying is as old as humankind itself. Throughout our history, we have struggled to achieve flight. And it wasn’t until fairly recently in our history that we achieved the first flight. We started with balloons, followed with gliders, and eventually developed powered aircraft. The story of this achievement is a fascinating one, with many players such as the Wright Brothers being well established. However, their historic first flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903 may not have actually been the first powered flight. In this three part series, Disciples of Flight is going to look at the question of who achieved the first flight with a powered aircraft. In part one, First Flight: The Early Aviators, we will look at the development of flight leading up to the Wright Brothers. Part two, First Flight: the Wright Brothers, will give a brief history of the brothers, and cover their first flight. And part three, First Flight: Gustave Whitehead, will cover the bold claims of Gustave Whitehead, and others, to first flight.
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