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JFK meeting Frank Sinatra Las Vegas, 1960.

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The year was 1960, and the place was Las Vegas. It was a typical night in the city that never sleeps; the lights were bright, the energy was high, and the music was loud. But on this night, something was different. Little did the people of Las Vegas know, but two of the most iconic figures of the 20th century were in town—Frank Sinatra and John F. Kennedy. The two had met earlier in the year when JFK was campaigning for the presidency, and after JFK’s victory, Sinatra had invited him to come visit him in Las Vegas. So, on … JFK meeting Frank Sinatra Las Vegas, 1960. részletei…

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Salon de Locomotion Aerienne (Air Locomotion Show), Grand Palais, Paris, 1909.

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On October 25th 1909, the first ever Salon de Locomotion Aerienne (Air Locomotion Show) opened at the Grand Palais in Paris. The show was a great success, with over 500,000 people attending over the course of the two-week event. The show featured a number of different aircraft, from the first powered flight of Wilbur and Orville Wright to the first dirigible to fly from Paris to London. The Salon de Locomotion Aerienne was a groundbreaking event, marking the first time that aircraft had ever been displayed in public. It was a major milestone in the development of aviation technology and … Salon de Locomotion Aerienne (Air Locomotion Show), Grand Palais, Paris, 1909. részletei…

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Helmet with a built-in communication device so that the motorcycle rider can talk with the passenger in the backseat, 1960.

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In 1960, a revolutionary device was released that would change the way riders and passengers on motorcycles communicated with each other: the helmet with a built-in communication device. This device allowed the rider and passenger to talk to each other while on the road, making the motorcycle ride much more enjoyable. Unlike today, where Bluetooth is used for communication between two people, the technology of 1960 did not have a wireless connection. Instead, a cord was used to connect the two helmets and allowed two-way communication. This simple device meant that riders and passengers could talk about their destination, the … Helmet with a built-in communication device so that the motorcycle rider can talk with the passenger in the backseat, 1960. részletei…

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Kitt Hawk North Carolina, the Wright brothers testing their wings, 1902.

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Kitt Hawk, North Carolina is an important location in aviation history. In 1902, the Wright brothers tested their wings on the expansive beaches of the Outer Banks, forever changing the world of flight. They developed a new system of control that allowed an airplane to be flown safely and accurately. This was the first successful powered flight, and it marked the beginning of the aviation industry as we know it today. The Wright brothers’ success at Kitt Hawk was a remarkable accomplishment and one that has stood the test of time. Their creative problem-solving and engineering skills were well ahead … Kitt Hawk North Carolina, the Wright brothers testing their wings, 1902. részletei…