The Argo Goes West

57, Go through the moving rocks, part 5

"Listen, gentlemen, this is a trial from God." Theodore Roosevelt began his speech before the crew of the Argo. "We must work together against that moving rock. Everyone's technique, intelligence, physical strength, perseverance, teamwork. We will surely overcome this ordeal. I believe in you guys. We can do it!"

Roosevelt finished his speech and stepped off the podium. A thunderous applause erupted. Roosevelt whispered to Miss Craig who ran over.

"Everyone is very motivated"

"Yes," Miss Craig admitted bluntly.

Theodore Roosevelt was a born adventurer. He loved hunting and always said that when he retired he wanted to go to Africa and hunt elephants and lions. He fell in love with Africa because America had no frontier. But now the frontier has returned to America. Moreover, a fantastic frontier where the Greek mythology monsters were rampant. Theodore Roosevelt was overjoyed. He felt like he was back in his childhood. He was looking forward to what surprises awaited him on the West Coast. Miss Craig was a woman, but it wasn't hard to understand him. Because she was a typical American like him.

It was up to the Wright Brothers to decide when to start. But it put a lot of pressure on the Wright brothers. They were entrusted with the fate of the Argo. 

"I feel sorry for them"

Argo's engineer Chester McDade said, seeing the Wright brothers concerned about the weather conditions.

Harpooner Deke Anderson replied with a laugh. "If it's me, I can't help but have fun."

"You are experienced, but they are not."

People were able to confirm how nervous Wilbur was at this time in Edison's documentary film. Wind conditions were good, but Wilbur was having trouble making up his mind. Wilbur decided to count to three and if nothing happened, he would start. he counted in his head. One, two, three! Wilbur gave the go-ahead. His two assistants turned the Wright Flyer's large propellers, which started the two engines on the wings. It took a while for the engine to warm up. In the meantime, Orville got on the main wing without rushing and laid on his belly. After a few minutes, Wilbur made sure the engine was warm enough and asked Orville.

"Okay?"

"Yes!"

Hugh, the engineer's assistant, noticed Wilbur Wright's hand bow down from the hillside. he told Chester. "It's a signal to go!"

"Okay. Let's go, Hugh!"

"Yes!"