Osbert Edwin Williams Jr. facts for kids

Osbert Edwin Williams Jr. (born December 15, 1875 – died October 25, 1917) was an early airplane pilot and builder. He was one of the first people to fly and teach others how to fly. He also started his own company, the Williams Aeroplane Company.

Life Story of O. E. Williams

Osbert Edwin Williams Jr. was born on December 15, 1875. His birthplace was Webster Township, Michigan. His parents were Osbert Edwin Williams Sr. and Sarah E. Williams.

Becoming an Aviation Pioneer

Before getting into aviation, Osbert worked for the railroad. He became very interested in airplanes. This was a new and exciting field at the time. He decided to dedicate his work to flying.

He opened a flying school in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Here, he taught many people how to pilot airplanes. He also started a company to build airplanes. This company was called the Williams Aeroplane Company.

Osbert Edwin Williams Jr. passed away on October 25, 1917. He died in Mobile, Alabama.

Students of O. E. Williams

Osbert Williams was a dedicated teacher. He trained many pilots at his flying school. Some of his students became important figures in early aviation. Others served their country in World War I.

Here are some of the people he taught:

• Albert Boshek (1890–1917)
• Ransom A. Fowler (1889–1916)
• Don McGee (1896–1917)
• Harold M. Bruner
• Leroy Wilson (aviator)
• Lieutenant Cyrus K. Bettis (1893–1926) served in World War I
• Lieutenant John Burns (aviator) served in World War I
• Captain E. G. Knapp (?–1928) served in World War I
• Lieutenant John Thad Johnson (1893–1927) served in World War I
• Sid Robberts