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SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS. Readying the Spirit of St
SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS.
Readying the Spirit of St. Louis for Charles A. Lindberghs non-stop trans-Atlantic flight in May 1927
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Media ID 13137833
1927 Airfield Augustus Fuel Hangar Lindbergh Mechanic Mobile Monoplane Propeller Roosevelt Field Skill Spirit Of St Louis Transatlantic
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This photograph captures the historic moment when the "Spirit of St. Louis" was being prepared for Charles A. Lindbergh's groundbreaking non-stop trans-Atlantic flight in May 1927. The image showcases the meticulous work of a skilled mechanic inside a hangar at Roosevelt Field, an airfield located in North America. The monoplane, named after its sponsor Augustus Maritime, stands tall as it undergoes final preparations before embarking on this daring journey. The attention to detail is evident as workers carefully inspect every inch of the aircraft's interior and exterior. Intriguingly, one can spot a mobile fuel tank nearby, emphasizing the importance of having sufficient oil and fuel for such an audacious endeavor. The propeller gleams with anticipation, ready to propel Lindbergh across vast stretches of oceanic expanse. This photograph not only pays homage to Lindbergh's remarkable feat but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination during that era. It encapsulates the spirit of adventure that characterized early aviation pioneers who pushed boundaries and defied limits. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of Lindbergh's courage and skill as he embarked on his perilous transatlantic journey aboard this iconic aircraft - forever etching his name into history books worldwide.
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