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Wright brothers launching dolly. This example dates from 1909, but is similar to all Wright launching dollies, including the one used in 1903. The dolly from 1903 does not exist.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Wright Brothers & The Invention of the Aerial Age at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Wright Brothers & The Invention of the Aerial Age
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous Manufacturer Wright Brothers, Dayton, Ohio
 Physical Description wooden dolly, painted gray,1909. Dimensions: 81-1/2in. long, 18-1/2in. wide; Dimensions 3-D: 207 × 47 × 13.5cm (81 1/2 × 18 1/2 × 5 5/16 in.)
 Materials Main crossmembers: Wood & coating
Wheels: Metal
 Inventory Number A19610049000 Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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