The desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who... looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space... on the infinite highway of the air.
Interpretation
This quote reflects humanity's innate desire for freedom and innovation, inspired by the observation of nature.
Wilbur Wright's quote captures the essence of human aspiration and innovation. It suggests that the dream of flight is not just a modern invention but a profound idea inherited from our ancestors, who were captivated by the sight of birds soaring through the sky. This longing to overcome earthly limitations and explore the boundless possibilities of the air signifies a universal yearning for freedom and progress.
In practice
In conversations about human achievement at technological conferences.
I am an enthusiast, but not a crank in the sense that I have some pet theories as to the proper construction of a flying machine. I wish to avail myself of all that is already known and then, if possible, add my mite to help on the future worker who will attain final success.
Men become wise just as they become rich, more by what they save than by what they receive.
I confess that in 1901 I said to my brother Orville that man would not fly for fifty years.
The fact that the great scientist believed in flying machines was the one thing that encouraged us to begin our studies.
It's not my victory, it's yours and yours and yours. If a gay can win, it means there is hope that the system can work for all minorities if we fight. We've given them hope.
If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.
We are told to let our light shine, and if it does, we won't need to tell anybody it does. Lighthouses don't fire cannons to call attention to their shining- they just shine.
I don't have to sit around and wait for the next movie to come along, I can go out and sing.
The visionary starts with a clean sheet of paper, and re-imagines the world.
I've always felt compelled to explore range, because, as far as I know, we're only here once. So let's see how much we can encompass.
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