History often overlooks Katharine Wright’s contributions to her brother's success, however, they may have never taken flight without her. Click the link to read more about the Wright Brothers' sister. WrightBrothers KatharineWright DiscoverMagazine
The Wright Company. She spoke with reporters and corrected misinformation, responded to business inquiries and she managed a flood of offers.
The crash unnerved military officials and Katharine had to help her brothers maintain their contract with the U.S. Signal Corps. She was able to extend the contract by one year, which gave the brothers time to demonstrate their plane’s capabilities and convince hesitant officials. One lieutenant who corresponded with Katharine laterIn early 1909, Katharine went to Europe with Orville and Wilbur as their. Every morning in France, Katharine took a French lesson to prepare for her daily meetings.