Chapter
The Surprising Origins of Airborne Warfare
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In the early 1900s, the Wright brothers' airplane, initially designed for mail delivery, was soon recognized for its potential in warfare. The U.S. government eventually saw its potential and began exploring how to adapt it for military use.
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The first aircrafts used by the United States government were for delivering mail, as it was realized that planes could be used to thwart attacks on civilian populations.
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Aircrafts
Summary
The first aircrafts used by the United States government were for delivering mail, as it was realized that planes could be used to thwart attacks on civilian populations. This idea was pitched to the War Department, leading to the development of military aircrafts.