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Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after flying the Atlantic, the first woman to do so, 1928 (b/w photo)
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Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after flying the Atlantic, the first woman to do so, 1928 (b/w photo)
2920920 Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after flying the Atlantic, the first woman to do so, 1928 (b/w photo)
by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amelia Earhart (1897-1937) was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic. The crew of 3 were greeted with a ticker-tape parade in New York on their return and President Calvin Coolidge held a reception at the White House. In 1932 she was the first woman to fly it nonstop, 2nd pilot after Charles Lindbergh. She disappeared on a flight in 1937.
She is standing with with Porter S. Adams, President of the National Aeronautic Association.
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This photo captures a historic moment in aviation history - Amelia Earhart at the White House to see President Coolidge after her groundbreaking flight across the Atlantic in 1928. As the first woman to accomplish this feat, Earhart's achievement was celebrated with great enthusiasm and admiration. In the image, we see Amelia Earhart standing alongside Porter S. Adams, President of the National Aeronautic Association, both exuding confidence and pride. The significance of their meeting with President Coolidge cannot be overstated; it symbolizes recognition for Earhart's remarkable courage and determination. Earhart's transatlantic journey marked a turning point for women in aviation, inspiring countless others to pursue their dreams fearlessly. Her accomplishment paved the way for future female pilots and challenged societal norms about gender roles. The ticker-tape parade held in New York upon her return showcased America's awe at her extraordinary achievement. And now, standing before President Coolidge at the White House, she solidifies her place as an aviation pioneer. Tragically, Amelia Earhart would go on to disappear during another flight in 1937 while attempting to circumnavigate the globe. However, her legacy lives on as an icon of bravery and perseverance. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Amelia Earhart's indelible mark on history - forever etched into our collective memory as a trailblazer who defied expectations and soared through barriers that once seemed insurmountable.
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