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The Mechanical Boy tells the extraordinary true story of how Henry Ford's Wayside Inn Boys School transformed the life of one fortunate boy. The narrative follows Joseph Ochedowski, an orphan, whose selection to the school in 1929 unleashed his creativity and set him on a path to realize his dreams. At the heart of the story is Joseph's ambition to build an airplane, a passion that not only defined his time at the school but also epitomized Ford's belief in hands-on learning and the power of nurturing individual potential. Joseph's inspirational story reveals how Ford's educational vision shaped the life of one of his students, leaving a legacy that extended far beyond the classroom.

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A Rare Slice of Aviation History A fascinating, albeit brief, read on a little-known aspect of Henry Ford and aviation history. The author, the daughter of the central figure, keeps the narrative moving with interesting facts about Ford's 1920-30s effort to provide education, training, and hope for orphans. Very enjoyable slice of history. A Rare Slice of Aviation History. A fascinating, albeit brief, read on a little known aspect of Henry Ford and aviation history. The author, the daughter of the central figure, keeps the narrative moving with interesting facts about Ford's 1920-30s effort to provide education, training, and hope for orphans. Very enjoyable slice of history.

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Diana Bittern is a first-time author, having spent her career in STEM database publishing, specializing in medical and engineering content. Her love of flying, fast cars, and dance, passed down from her father, along with nostalgic and poignant stories from his time at the Wayside Inn Boys School, led her to uncover the extraordinary story behind The Mechanical Boy. Her narrative blends personal family history with a broader historical context. Diana is married, has a daughter and stepson, and divides her time between her childhood home in Connecticut and the New York City metro area.

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