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Charles Lindbergh and the New York to Paris Flight

1 hour 30 minutes

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Charles Lindbergh poses for camera in front of the Spirit of Saint Louis monoplane, wearing a gray jacket and dark necktie.

In 1927 Charles Lindbergh completed the first nonstop transatlantic flight from New York City to Paris, France. This documentary, using old film footage, relates the planning, preparation, success, and aftermath of Lindbergh's journey. Contains not only the same footage as the video "Lindbergh's Great Race," but also additional footage and details of this great adventure.

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