Early Life and Influences:
- Born in Atchison, Kansas, on July 24, 1897.
- Developed a passion for adventure and flying at a young age.
- Served as a Red Cross nurse during World War I, which sparked her interest in aviation.
- Earned her pilot's license and began breaking records, including becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic in 1932.
- Became a celebrity and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Career Highlights:
- 1928: Became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic as a passenger.
- 1932: Became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic as a pilot.
- 1935: Became a visiting faculty member at Purdue University, advising students in aeronautical engineering and serving as a career counselor.
- 1937: Attempted to fly around the world, but disappeared near Howland Island in the Pacific Ocean.
Later Life and Legacy:
- Her disappearance remains a mystery, with various theories about what might have happened to her.
- She was legally declared dead in 1939.
- Her legacy continues to inspire women in aviation and other fields, and she remains a symbol of courage and adventure.
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