Obituary of Wilbur Wright

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Wilbur Wright

Wilbur Wright (born April 16th, 1867 in Millville, Indiana) was a Inventor who was best known for being for co-inventing, building, and flying the world's first successful motor-operated airplane, “the Wright Flyer,” along with his brother Orville Wright. Wilbur died on May 30th, 1912 and his tragic death was due to Typhoid fever. He was 45 years old.

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Wilbur Wright Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Wright, Wilbur
    • Common Name: Wilbur Wright
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Millville, Indiana, United States
    • Birth Date: April 16, 1867
    • Age: 45 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Will
    • Occupation: Inventor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Big Mac
    • Favorite Color: Mint Green
    • Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
    • Favorite Actor: Scarlett Johansson

    Wilbur's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Wilbur Wright
    • Father: Milton Wright (1828-1917)
    • Mother: Susan Catherine Koerner (1831-1889)
    • Brother(s):
      • Orville Wright (born August 19, 1871-died January 30, 1948)
      • Reuchlin Wright
      • Lorin Wright
      • Otis Wright
    • Sister(s):
      • Katharine Wright
      • Ida Wright
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

InventorAmerican Born on April 16th Born in 1867 Born in Indiana Died in 1912 Died at age 45 Died from Typhoid fever

Quotable Quotes:

"Men become wise just as they become rich, more by what they save than by what they receive." (IMDB)

"Wilbur Wright's legacy of innovation and determination continues to inspire future generations, even after his passing. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-04-05 13:59:59
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