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Hang Gliding
Irvine, California
Historical Marker Database · Craig Baker
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THE STORY
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On this site, on May 23, 1971, a gathering of enthusiasts for personal human flight marked the beginning of the worldwide sport of hang gliding.
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Photo: Craig Baker
Photo: Craig Baker
Photo: Craig Baker
Photo: Craig Baker
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Irvine, California · USA
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