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Charles A. Lindbergh is represented in this diverse collection of philatelic and commemorative ephemera assembled around the 50th anniversary of his historic New York-to-Paris flight. The group contains an assortment of First Day Covers, commemorative programs, souvenir cards, exhibition and event handouts, illustrated commemorative pieces, newspaper reproductions, aviation-themed promotional materials, and related paper collectibles. Several items commemorate the May 20, 1977 issuance of the United States Postal Service’s Charles Lindbergh commemorative stamp and the numerous events held nationwide marking the fiftieth anniversary of Lindbergh’s transatlantic achievement.

Overall fine condition.

Charles A. Lindbergh (1902–1974) achieved international fame on May 20–21, 1927, when he became the first person to complete a solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean, piloting the Spirit of St. Louis from New York to Paris. The accomplishment transformed aviation overnight and made Lindbergh one of the most celebrated figures of the twentieth century. The fiftieth anniversary of the flight in 1977 generated a wide range of commemorative events, publications, philatelic issues, and souvenirs, many of which are represented within this attractive collection.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11667 1416078-1