How did the events of December 17, 1903 impact transportation, communication, and business in the United States? Objective The student will be able to: a) compile a sequence of events and construct a timeline, b) analyze the importance of these events and how they affected individuals in North Carolina and the United States, and c) utilize technological resources to present information in an interactive method. Background The accomplishment of controlled flight by man was a major turning point for transportation, communication networks, and business across North Carolina, the United States and Duration: 60 Minutes.