Amelia Earhart Collection

Amelia Earhart, US aviation pioneer
Amelia Earhart (1897-1937), American aviation pioneer. Earhart was the first woman to cross the Atlantic by air as a passenger (1928), fly solo across the Atlantic

Duke Kahanamoku, Amelia Earhart, Paavo Nurmi, Douglas Fairbanks and Arthur Jonath at the Olympic Games, LA
3739646 Duke Kahanamoku, Amelia Earhart, Paavo Nurmi, Douglas Fairbanks and Arthur Jonath at the Olympic Games, LA, 1932 (photo); (add.info.: Left to right Duke Kahanamoku, Amelia Earhart)

U. S. President Herbert Hoover with Amelia Earhart at White House, Washington DC, USA, June 21, 1932 (b/w photo)
5974393 U.S. President Herbert Hoover with Amelia Earhart at White House, Washington DC, USA, June 21, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Amelia Earhart arrives with Eleanor Roosevelt to address the members of the National Geographic Society
2962924 Amelia Earhart arrives with Eleanor Roosevelt to address the members of the National Geographic Society, 1935 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amelia Earhart (L), Portrait with Man in front of Airplane, 1932 (b/w photo)
5974392 Amelia Earhart (L), Portrait with Man in front of Airplane, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Amelia Earhart, Center, Portrait Shaking Hands with Man in front of Airplane, 1932 (b/w photo)
5974395 Amelia Earhart, Center, Portrait Shaking Hands with Man in front of Airplane, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Herbert Hoover Presenting National Geographic Society Medal to Amelia Earhart, 1932 (b/w photo)
5974394 Herbert Hoover Presenting National Geographic Society Medal to Amelia Earhart, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: U.S)

Amelia Earhart arriving in Washington to receive medal from President Hoover, 1932 (b/w photo)
3964311 Amelia Earhart arriving in Washington to receive medal from President Hoover, 1932 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amelia Earhart visits NACA, Virginia, USA, Nov. 5, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Amelia Earhart visits NACA, Virginia, USA, Nov. 5, 1928. American pioneer aviator Earhart on the steps of the Langley Research Building, National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics

Amelia Earhart, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Amelia Earhart, 1928, (1935). American aviation pioneer and author Amelia Earhart (born 1897; disappeared 2 July 1937), was the first woman to to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean

Amelia Earhart
Group photo on steps of Langley Research Building in 1928. front row, left to right: E.A. Meyers, Elton Miller, Amelia Earhart, Henry Reid, and Lt. Col. Jacob W.S. Wuest

The arrival of the Friendship at Southampton. The Friendship in Southampton Water. ( Amelia Earhart, first woman to fly the Atlantic ) 19 June 1928

Amelia Earhart And Her Plane
Wheeler Field, Hawaii January 4, 1935. Amelia Earhart, just before she became the first person to fly solo from Honolulu to Oakland

Earhart Arrives In Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii: December 27, 1934 Aviatrix Amelia Earhart gets showered with leis as the Matson liner SS Lurline nears Honolulu. It is Earharts first visit to the Territory of Hawaii

Powderpuff Derby Aviatrix
Los Angeles, California: 1929. Women flyers assembled at the Breakfast Club for the start of the first National Womens Air Derby from Clover Field in Santa Monica, to Cleveland, Ohio

Amelia Earhart In Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii: December 27, 1934. Amelia Earhart and her husband, George Putnam, are greeted by Lt. Johnson of the Naval Fleet Air Base

Earhart Appears Before Senate
Washington, D.C.: August 6, 1935 Noted aviatrix Amelia Earhart Putnam appeared today before the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee which is conducting hearings on putting air transportation under

Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart at control panel before test flight

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Amelia Earhart (1897-1937), US aviation pioneer, in an Electra aeroplane. Earhart was the first woman to cross the Atlantic by air as a passenger (1928), fly solo across the Atlantic

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Amelia Earhart, the US aviation pioneer, made history with her daring flights and groundbreaking achievements. In 1932, she was honored by U. S. President Herbert Hoover at the White House in Washington DC. A black-and-white photo captures this momentous occasion as Earhart stands beside President Hoover, both radiating pride and admiration. Another captivating image showcases Earhart's arrival alongside Eleanor Roosevelt to address members of the National Geographic Society in 1935. As they step out of their vehicle, their poised demeanor reflects their shared passion for exploration and adventure. Earhart's love for aviation is evident in two portraits from 1932 where she poses confidently next to an airplane. These images depict her determination and unwavering spirit as she shakes hands with a man who recognizes her remarkable accomplishments. In that same year, Amelia Earhart received the prestigious National Geographic Society Medal from President Hoover himself. The photograph capturing this exchange immortalizes a pivotal moment in history when a fearless woman shattered glass ceilings and inspired generations to come. A glimpse into Earhart's earlier years reveals her visit to NACA (National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics) in Virginia in 1928. This encounter demonstrates her commitment to pushing boundaries and seeking knowledge within the field of aviation. One cannot forget about the iconic Lockheed Vega 5B aircraft flown by Amelia Earhart between 1927-1929 – an emblem of courage that carried her through countless adventures across vast skies. Lastly, we catch a glimpse of one of Earhart's essential tools during her Pacific Flight: a Western Wireless Type 7 receiver used between 1930-1934. This artifact symbolizes not only technological advancements but also serves as a reminder of how far women have come since then. Amelia Earhart remains an enigmatic figure whose legacy continues to inspire dreamers around the world today. Her bravery knew no bounds as she fearlessly took flight into uncharted territories, forever etching her name in the annals of aviation history.