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Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart (1897 - 1937), pioneering American female aviator, pictured on the front cover of The Tatler at the point during her attempt at flying around the world solo, when she was reported missing. Despite a hugely expensive search authorised by President Roosevelt, no trace of Earhart, or her plane, was ever found
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"Amelia Earhart: The Vanishing Lady Aviator Amelia Earhart, born on July 24, 1897, in Atchison, Kansas, became a pioneering figure in the world of aviation as the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. In this image from The Tatler, Earhart is depicted during her ambitious attempt to fly around the world solo, an achievement that would have made her the first person to complete this feat. The photograph, taken in 1937, shows Earhart in her determination and focus, embodying the spirit of adventure and courage that defined her career. At the time, this cover image was published, Earhart had already set numerous records in aviation, including becoming the first woman to fly solo from Hawaii to California. However, this historic moment was tragically cut short when Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, disappeared over the Pacific Ocean on July 2, 1937. Despite an extensive search authorized by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, no trace of Earhart or her plane was ever found. This poignant image serves as a reminder of Earhart's groundbreaking achievements in aviation and her enduring legacy as a trailblazing woman in a male-dominated field. Her disappearance remains one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in aviation history, leaving a lasting impact on the world and inspiring generations of aviatrices to follow in her footsteps." Mary Evans Picture Library/The Tatler/Getty Images. All rights reserved. No commercial use without permission.
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