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Amelia Earhart is remembered as one of the most daring pilots in history. Born in 1897 in Kansas, she loved exciting adventures. As a child, she even built a homemade rollercoaster and rode it off the roof! At first, she wasn’t interested in airplanes, but that changed after her first flight in 1920. In just 10 minutes, she knew she wanted to fly.

The first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic

In 1932, Amelia made history by becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. During the flight, she faced serious problems, including a fuel leak and engine trouble, but she stayed calm and focused. Her achievement made her an international icon. She also wrote books, designed clothes, and inspired women around the world.

A journey around the world that ended in mystery

In 1937, Amelia and her navigator, Fred Noonan, began a flight around the world. They made many stops along the way. But on July 2, during a difficult leg of the trip, their plane vanished near Howland Island in the Pacific Ocean. Despite a massive search by the U.S. Navy, they were never found.

The mystery of Amelia's disappearance still unsolved

To this day, people continue to study her mysterious disappearance. Some think she crashed into the ocean; others suggest different theories. However, no one knows for sure what happened.

A legacy of courage and inspiration

Amelia Earhart remains a symbol of courage and determination. Her story proves that women can break boundaries and achieve incredible goals.

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