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The Biography Of Howard Hughes

Biography of Howard Hughes Jr.
"Lights, Camera, Action!" Not only words yelled on the set by Howard Hughes, but in his life proved to have a much greater meaning. Hughes was a man destined to do great things, with his fortune, ingenious mind, and unstoppable aspirations; his dreams were never too far from reality. Many could only imagine what it would be like to walk in his shoes. But like his movies, his fairytale proved to be a lot more than money, power and women, and like most Hollywood heroes, he lived a dark life. Howard Hughes was instrumental in advancing the aviation industry; His creative and critical thinking as well as his drive made him the most successful and richest men of his time.
Born to Howard & Allene Hughes, Howard Hughes Jr. was the only child and soon to be heir to his fathers fortune. His father founded Hughes Tool Company shortly after he invented and patented the two-cone roller bit, a tool that allowed rotary drilling for oil in previously inaccessible places. He grew up very close to his mother and was greatly influenced by her. He was born and raised during a time when the polio outbreak was at its peak so she was adamant at keeping him away from becoming infected by others and would often keep him secluded from other children. Even as a child he was interested in mechanics and engineering. When he was 11 years old he erected the first wireless broadcast system in Houston. He was also known for owning his own motorized bike that he not only designed but also manufactured himself from parts he took off of his father's old steam engine. Fascinated with aviation, he took flying lessons at the age of 14, unknown to him this would soon play a vital roll in achieving his fortune. He was a good student and showed great strength in mathematics, at one point, even rewriting the mathematics program at a prominent university. At a young age Hughes accomplished things that most men strive their whole life to achieve, and it was only the...