Tales from Connecticut’s Aviation History
Enjoy hearing some of the stories that unfolded in Connecticut’s rich and perpetual history of aviation innovation. Did you know that one of the pioneers of aerial photography was from Connecticut? Covering 17 decades, there are many celebrated accomplishments that helped pioneer early flight and motivate brave fliers. Who knew that Connecticut, once the leader in U.S. stagecoach travel, would evolve to provide the global aviation community critical engines, instruments and technologies? Connecticut created history and contributed to the nation’s overall leadership in aviation.
This program will take place on Zoom. All registrants will be emailed the link.
PLEASE NOTE: you will receive an email confirming your registration, and a link to join the meeting, one hour BEFORE the event starts on Monday, November 16th.
Need help registering? Email Susie at sskerrett@darienlibrary.orgAbout the Presenter
John Cilio is a historian and the author of six history books including Women’s Work in WWII. His book discussing vintage helicopters features a foreword by a son of Igor Sikorsky. John has interviewed hundreds of men and women, for over 20 years, capturing their stories, experiences and memories to share with others. He has researched their exploits and shared their amazing accomplishments in a number of local and national publications.
He is an honorary member of the Connecticut Lost Squadron organization and a frequent speaker at events. John has been a featured in Connecticut Humanities Programs, Connecticut Magazine Blogs, and multiple newspapers. His belief is that often the consequences of a historical incident were hidden from those that experienced it yet looking back, one can sense the full impact of their moments in time. In his corporate career, John managed teams at IBM and CIGNA and is an American Marketing Association International Award winner. He and has spoken on a wide range of historical and marketing topics in over 60 countries.
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