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The North Island Era: Birth of Naval Aviation
Photographer John H. Whitney documented Curtiss' aircraft experiments in 1910 and 1911 on North Island in San Diego Bay. Each page includes photos and writings by Whitney.

Photographs from 1908
A varied selection of historic photos, often including Curtiss or the Wright brothers. For more photographs, click on the links at the top of the page.

Photos of Glenn Hammond Curtiss
Over a dozen wonderful historic photographs of Curtiss.

Timeline of Glenn Curtiss
Beginning with his birth on May 21, 1878 and ending with his death on July 23, 1930, this timeline covers the entire span of Curtiss' life but focuses on his aerial accomplishments.

Timeline of Glenn Hammond Curtiss
A detailed timeline covering the years 1907 through 1914.

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