Williams, John Newton, 1841 circa -
Person
Biographical Note
John Newton Williams was born circa 1841 in New York. He was an engineer and flew the first successful helicopter in America, July 1, 1909. The helicopter was built by Williams and Emile Berliner. No further information is known.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Alexander Graham Bell and the Aerial Experiment Association Photograph Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2018-10-01-B
Abstract
25 photographs of Alexander Graham Bell and other members of the Aerial Experiment Association along with their aerodrome aircraft; souvenir booklet of the association; 2 photomechanical prints signed by J.A. McCurdy.