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Comparing Wilbur And Orville Wright
Wilbur and Orville Wright grew up in Dayton, Ohio. They came from a home devoted to church with strong family values. Their father was a bishop and their mother enjoyed designing and making small appliances and toys for her family. Wilbur Wright born April 16, 1867 ; was quiet yet outgoing and academically intelligent. He enjoyed reading, writing, and he was a talented public speaker. Orville Wright born August 19, 1871; was the more energetic of the two. He was a natural inventor and enjoyed exploring technology; however he was not as good in school as his brother. (airandspace) Their differences as well as their interests that covered a wide variety of categories played to their advantage. They were the perfect team and even enjoyed their

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