Charles Lindbergh and the First Solo Transatlantic Flight

On May 21, 1927

In the Spirit of St Louis, Aviator Charles Lindbergh landed in Paris after the first-ever solo air crossing of Atlantic.

This Day in History - May 21

1972

Michelangelo's Pietà in St. Peter's Basilica in Rome was vandalized.

1881

The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton, a pioneering American nurse.

2013

Microsoft announced the release of the Xbox One.

1951

The 9th Street Art Exhibition opened.

1932

Amelia Earhart landed near Londonderry in Northern Ireland, completing her solo transatlantic flight, making her the first woman to do so.

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