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In this video, we explore the thrilling aeronautic competition at the World’s Fair, where daring pilots vied for a $100,000 prize. To win, they had to complete an intense L-shaped course and land precisely where they took off. The challenge seemed nearly impossible, even to aviation pioneers—the Wright Brothers chose to sit it out! But excitement was high as everyone looked to Alberto Santos Dumont, a famous pilot known for flying his airship around the Eiffel Tower in Paris, to conquer the course.

Then, on June 27th, Dumont’s airship was destroyed, taking him out of the race. Despite determined attempts by others, no one managed to complete the demanding course. In the end, Thomas Baldwin earned a consolation prize of $500 for making it the farthest. This thrilling competition may not have crowned a winner, but it pushed the limits of aviation and inspired a generation of future pilots and aeronautical innovation! Join us as we dive into the story of ambition, daring, and high-flying dreams at the World’s Fair. ‪@whoelseloveshistory‬

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Quick Ideas for Using the Video with Students:
For Discussion:
1. Use the video as part of your study of American life at the beginning of the 20th century. What does the contest featured in the video tell students about how society was changing at that time, about new technology of that time, etc. What thoughts will they share with the class as part of the discussion.
Activity Ideas:
1. Provide the video to students doing independent projects related to aviation and/or aviation history. How can they use information from the video in their project?