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The Flight Of Charles A. Lindbergh From New York To Paris In His Mono Plane "The Spirit Of St. Louis" On May 20-21, 1927 American: c. 1927 Photo-process print mounted on board as issued 20 x 25 inches Sold, please inquire as to the availability of similar items. |
| Art Deco map of North America and Europe showing Lindbergh's famous Transatlantic epic flight from New York across the Atlantic Ocean to Paris. The left border depicts the preparations including the initial flight from San Diego to St. Louis and on to New York. The upper border illustrates the elements he braved: "Distance, Fog, Snow, Sleet, Darkness and Solitude." The right border illustrates his destination including the airport in France and the triumphant reception in Paris and Brussels. The lower border depicts his return via the USS Memphis to a hero's greeting in Washington and New York. |