RAS #693 - How John Joseph Montgomery Got Wing-Clipped by the Wright Brothers

Are you ready another thrilling episode of Ron’s Amazing Stories!
This week, we're taking to the skies as we uncover the lesser-known
tale of aviation pioneer John Joseph Montgomery—the man who soared
through the clouds long before the Wright brothers but somehow got
left behind in the history books. Prepare for a humorous dive into
the true story of flight, complete with daring inventors, wild
contraptions, and plenty of mustache wax. Podcast Highlights: The
Forgotten Pioneer: Discover how Montgomery began gliding through
California skies in the 1880s, decades before the Wright brothers'
famed flight at Kitty Hawk. Gliders and Gravity: Learn about
Montgomery’s early inventions, bold experiments, and why gravity
had him on speed dial. A special look at Gallant Journey (1946), a
film adaptation of Montgomery’s life starring Glenn Ford. Ron
dissects the film’s accuracy and shares fascinating facts about
Montgomery’s real adventures. Post-Story Reflections: We set the
record straight on Montgomery’s life and achievements—including his
groundbreaking work in wireless communication, petroleum burning
furnaces, and even gold extraction devices. Plus, the story of his
final flight and lasting legacy at "Montgomery Hill." Thanks for
flying with us in episode #693, proudly brought to you by Audible.
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