Lindberghs ticker-tape parade, 1927
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Lindberghs ticker-tape parade, 1927
Lindberghs ticker-tape parade. US aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh (1902-1974, seated at rear of car without a hat) became the first person to make a solo, non-stop flight across the Atlantic from New York, USA, to Paris, France. His flight in his monoplane, The Spirit of St. Louis, began at 7:25am on 20 May 1927 and lasted 33 hours and 32 minutes. Lindbergh achieved overnight world-wide fame. With him on 13 June 1927, in New York City, USA, in an open car in top hats, are Mayor Jimmy Walker (1881-1946, seated next to Lindbergh) and Grover Whalen (1886-1962, centre). Four million people lined the streets of New York to honour Lindbergh
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This iconic print captures the historic ticker-tape parade held in New York City on June 13,1927, to honor the legendary aviator Charles Lindbergh. Lindbergh had just achieved an extraordinary feat by becoming the first person to successfully complete a solo, non-stop flight across the Atlantic Ocean from New York to Paris. The image showcases Lindbergh seated at the rear of an open car, without his hat, surrounded by Mayor Jimmy Walker and Grover Whalen. The streets of New York were flooded with four million people who eagerly lined up to catch a glimpse of their hero. This grand celebration marked Lindbergh's overnight worldwide fame and highlighted his significant contribution to aviation history. As he waved at the cheering crowd, it was evident that this pioneering pilot had captured not only their admiration but also their hearts. The photograph beautifully encapsulates a moment frozen in time - a cultural milestone where technology met human achievement. It symbolizes both American pride and global fascination with aviation during this transformative era of the early 20th century. Preserved by the Library of Congress and Science Photo Library, this monochrome image serves as a reminder of Lindbergh's courage and determination while paying tribute to all those involved in making his transatlantic journey possible.
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