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Traces the life of the famed air pilot, from his childhood and early interest in aviation to his landmark flight across the Atlantic Ocean and the fame he received for the feat.
In May 1927, Charles Lindbergh flew over the Atlantic Ocean to become the first person to successfully fly from New York to Paris.
Story of Lindbergh's life and his transatlantic flight.
Guided by Time Magazine's list of 100 most influential people, this series of 64-page biographies focuses on the leaders, scientists, and icons who shaped our world. These people, many from very humble beginnings, changed how the world works. Each biography includes a glossary, timeline, and illustrations. An individual guide for each title provides reproducible activities to extend the text. The first person to cross the Atlantic Ocean in an airplane, Charles Lindberg focused the world's attention on aviation for the first time He was a peace-loving man who spoke out against the involvement of the U.S. in world War II. But, he eventually chose to fight for his country. Learn about his life of fame and misfortune.
A brief biography which focuses on the accomplishments of the first man to fly nonstop across the Atlantic Ocean.
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Lindbergh was the first solo pilot to cross the Atlantic non-stop from New York to Paris, in 1927. This awe-inspiring fight made him the most celebrated men of his day-a romantic symbol of the new aviation age. However, tragedy struck in 1932, where his baby was kidnapped and found dead. The unbearable trial forced Lindbergh into exile in England and France. However, his soon fasciation and involvement with the Nazi regime, resulted in public opinion turning against him. His life was at the forefront of pioneering research in aeronautics and rocketry. Also, his wife became one of the century's leading feminist voices. This biography explores the golden couple who have been considered American royalty.
This is the autobiography of the famous flier, Charles A. Lindbergh, written almost immediately after his famous flight across the Atlantic Ocean from New York to Paris on May 20-21, 1927. This historic flight by Charles Lindbergh took him from being a little known US Postal Service Air Mail pilot and made him into one of the most famous if not the most famous person in the world. The main impetus for the flight was the $25,000 Orteig Prize offered by the French-born New York hotelier Raymond Orteig. He offered the prize to be awarded to the pilot of the first successful nonstop flight made in either direction between New York City and Paris. The book, which was also soon translated into mos...
Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these 25-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory; pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary and secondary source material to support teaching to the standards.
A brief biography which focuses on the accomplishments of the first man to fly non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean.