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Lindbergh Before the Flight
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Charles Lindbergh receiving encouragement from an unidentified spectator as the "Spirit of St. Louis" is prepared for take off. Described by some as a flying fuel tank, the Ryan monoplane barely made it off the ground.
May 20, 1927
Publication Information
| Date Created | May 20, 1927 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Extent | 1 photograph |
| Dimensions | 25 x 20 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Harry A. Bruno papers, 1919-1969 |
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| Call Number | PH 4056 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465401802121 |
| Finding Aid | https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-us0053af |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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