In 1903, significant advancements in technology and exploration marked the year. One of the most notable events was the first successful powered flight by the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, on December 17. This historic flight took place in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, and lasted 12 seconds, covering 120 feet. Additionally, 1903 was the year when the Ford Motor Company was founded by Henry Ford. This company would later revolutionize the automobile industry with the introduction of assembly line production, making cars more affordable and accessible to the general public.