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American aviator Charles Lindbergh and his plane, Spirit of St Louis, c1927 (c1937)
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American aviator Charles Lindbergh and his plane, Spirit of St Louis, c1927 (c1937)
American aviator Charles Lindbergh and his plane, Spirit of St Louis, c1927 (c1937). In 1927 Charles Augustus Lindbergh (1902-1974) an American aviator, author, inventor, military officer, explorer, and social activist, flew the first nonstop New York to Paris flight. Flying in the Spirit of St Louis, the fabric-covered, single-seat, single-engine monoplane designed by Lindbergh and the Ryan Companys chief engineer, Donald A Hall, his record-setting flight took 33.5 hours. Lindbergh was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery. From Wonders of World Aviation, Vol. 1, by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London, c1937]
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Accomplishment Achievement Aeroplane Aircraft Airman Airplane Aviation Aviator Charles Augustus Lindbergh Charles Lindbergh Clarence Clarence Winchester Flight Flying Flying Suit Hall Lindbergh Pilot Pioneer Plane Solo Success Transatlantic Winchester Air Transport Spirit Of St Louis
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This print captures the legendary American aviator Charles Lindbergh alongside his iconic plane, the Spirit of St Louis. Taken around 1927, this image showcases Lindbergh's remarkable achievement as he became the first person to complete a nonstop flight from New York to Paris. Lindbergh, a man of many talents including being an author, inventor, military officer, explorer, and social activist, designed this fabric-covered single-seat monoplane in collaboration with Donald A Hall from the Ryan Company. The daring flight lasted an impressive 33.5 hours and earned Lindbergh well-deserved recognition for his bravery when he was awarded the Medal of Honor. In this photograph, Lindbergh stands proudly beside his aircraft wearing a flying suit that symbolizes both adventure and determination. His portrait exudes confidence and embodies the spirit of aviation pioneers who pushed boundaries during the early twentieth century. The significance of this momentous transatlantic journey cannot be overstated. It represents not only a triumph for Lindbergh but also for America as it solidified its position as a leader in air transport. This historic feat forever etched Charles Augustus Lindbergh into aviation history books while inspiring generations to come. Preserved through time by Clarence Winchester's Wonders of World Aviation collection published in London circa 1937, this print serves as a powerful reminder of human ingenuity and perseverance against all odds.
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