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Google Celebrates Amelia Earhart's 115th Birthday with a Doodle 07/24/12


(IMAGE FROM GOOGLE.COM JULY 24, 2012)

Amelia Earhart, born on this day 115 years ago in Atchison, Kansas, is being honored with a Google Doodle today.

More than 75 years after she went missing, Earhart's legacy remains. The aviation pioneer, who ... [Read More]


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Biography

When 10-year-old Amelia Earhart saw her first plane, she was not impressed. "It was a thing of rusty wire and wood and looked not at all interesting," she recalled. It wasn't until Amelia attended a stunt-flying exhibition, almost a decade later, that she became interested in aviation.
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Achievements

Amelia Earhart's strong will and conviction enabled her to overcome the challenging technical problems, gender bias and financial obstacles.
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Quotes

An intelligent and articulate person, Amelia was asked for her opinion on everything from aviation to feminism. These quotes, both by and about her, provide intimate insights into the mind and heart of this amazing woman.
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Photos

Amelia was a photogenic woman with a gentle demeanor and warm smile. Take this opportunity to view images of her life and travels around the world.
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Video

Amelia was a warm person who people admire today. These videos today still show she is remembered.
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Fast Facts

This section offers a concise look at Amelia's life, as well as trivia regarding her accomplishments in aviation and mysterious disappearance.
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