Charles Lindbergh
Charles Lindbergh was an American aviator, military officer, author, and activist, best known for making the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight in 1927. His flight from New York to Paris made him an international hero and a symbol of American ingenuity. However, his legacy is complicated by his controversial political views, including his isolationist stance during World War II and his public sympathy for Nazi Germany, which led to significant criticism and scrutiny. Lindbergh's life embodies the complexities of American history in the 20th century, marked by both remarkable achievements in aviation and contentious political affiliations.
Born on Aug 04, 1902 (122 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 104,781 | $21,000,000 | 6,648$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 625,978 | 474 | $73,000 | 55$ |
| Iceland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 341,243 | 204 | $24,000 | 14$ |
| Germany | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 52,104 | $3,845,000 | 2,391$ |
| Totals | 5 | 424,408,436 | 163,749 | $25,642,000 | 9,608$ |
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Germany:
Rudolf Schröck's most notable work was a book about Charles Lindbergh.
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Iceland:
Charles Lindbergh became world-famous after he flew solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1927.
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Luxembourg:
Charles Lindbergh was preparing for the first nonstop flight across the Atlantic when Fumiko Kinjo was born.
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United States:
Will Rogers was friends with aviator Charles Lindbergh and supported his family during a difficult time.
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Switzerland:
Charles Lindbergh is described as an early proponent of the isolationist slogan 'America first'.
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Greece:
Charles Lindbergh is mentioned in the context of an alternative history involving fascism.
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Canada:
Charles Lindbergh flew the Spirit of St. Louis non-stop from New York to Paris in 1927.
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Greece:
Charles Lindbergh is referenced as a character in Philip Roth's novel, winning the 1940 election and becoming president.
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Spain:
Lindbergh is referenced as an example of historical antisemitism related to isolationism and the roots of trumpism.
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Peru:
Charles Lindbergh arrives in Paris from New York in the first non-stop transatlantic flight.
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