Charles Lindberg

Charles Lindberg

aviator United States

Charles Lindberg was an American aviator famous for making the first solo non-stop transatlantic flight in 1927, flying from New York to Paris. His remarkable achievement, which earned him the Orteig Prize of $25,000, made him an international hero and propelled the field of aviation into the public consciousness. Beyond his aviation feats, Lindberg's later life included involvement in various social and political causes, though he also faced controversy due to his views during World War II. His legacy remains significant in both aviation history and American culture.

Born on Feb 04, 1902 (123 years old)

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
14,664
Power
794$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 25,499,884 14,664 $1,380,000 794$
Totals 1 25,499,884 14,664 $1,380,000 794$
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Australia Australia: Charles Lindberg won the $US25,000 Orteig Prize for flying non-stop from New York to Paris in 1927. 9

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