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This object is on display in Early Flight at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Early Flight
Object Details
Date ca. 1960 Country of Origin United States of America Type MODELS-Aircraft Model Maker Paul E. Garber
 Physical Description Wood and tissue reproduction of 1804 model glider. 1/4 scale. Dimensions 3-D (see note): 38 × 10 × 4cm (1 ft. 2 15/16 in. × 3 15/16 in. × 1 9/16 in.)
 Materials HAZARD: Lead weight
Wood framework
Paper covering
Copper alloy pins
Organic Fiber Thread (Cotton string)
 Inventory Number A19600030001 Credit Line Model made and donated by Paul E. Garber, ca. 1960. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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