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Dive into the thrilling early days of flight with ""AÃrial Navigation,"" a comprehensive look at the science and technology of navigating the skies. Authored by Frederick Walker, this book explores the principles of aerodynamics and the mechanics of early flying machines. From balloons and airships to the first tentative steps toward heavier-than-air flight, Walker meticulously details the innovations and challenges faced by pioneering aviators. Originally published in 1902, ""AÃrial Navigation"" offers a unique window into a pivotal moment in technological history, just before the Wright brothers' groundbreaking achievements. Readers will discover detailed explanations of aeronautical concepts, accompanied by diagrams and illustrations that bring the era to life. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the origins of flight, this book provides invaluable insights into the dreams and determination that propelled humanity into the air. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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