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Miss Amy Johnson addressing the huge gathering at Geelong in Victoria
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Miss Amy Johnson addressing the huge gathering at Geelong in Victoria
Miss Amy Johnson addressing the huge gathering at Geelong in Victoria, Australia on Wednesday June 18 1930.
The previous month, the English aviation pioneer had set off from Croydon airport, London on an historic flight to become the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia.
She landed at Darwin in Northern Territory on 24th May after an 11, 000 mile flight.
18th June 1930
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Australia
Media ID 21721000
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Miss Amy Johnson, the fearless English aviation pioneer, captivates a massive crowd as she addresses them at Geelong in Victoria, Australia on Wednesday June 18,1930. This iconic photograph captures the historic moment when Miss Johnson made history by becoming the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. Just weeks before this monumental event, Miss Johnson embarked on her daring journey from Croydon airport in London. Overcoming numerous challenges and braving treacherous skies, she completed an extraordinary 11,000-mile flight that culminated with her landing in Darwin, Northern Territory on May 24th. As she stands before the enthusiastic audience in Geelong, one can only imagine the awe and admiration emanating from those who witnessed this remarkable achievement firsthand. Miss Johnson's courage and determination have turned her into a true heroine of early flight. This print transports us back to a time when aviation was still in its infancy but held immense promise for human progress. It serves as a powerful reminder of how pioneers like Miss Amy Johnson pushed boundaries and shattered stereotypes. Preserved by Mirrorpix and now available through Memory Lane Prints, this image not only commemorates an important milestone in aviation history but also pays tribute to all those who dared to dream big and soar above limitations.
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